Tag: fee ban

NALS provides evidence to draft Tenant Fees Bill Inquiry

The Communities and Local Government Committee conducts pre-legislative scrutiny of the Government’s proposals to ban letting fees imposed by landlords and letting agents on tenants. The draft Tenant Fees Bill (PDF 716 KB) was published on 1 November and aims to deliver ‘a fairer, more competitive, and more affordable lettings market where tenants have greater clarity […]

Tenant fee ban ‘not before Spring 2019’

Following continued uncertainty over the timings of implementation of the tenant fee ban, NALS has sought confirmation from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) on when they expect the legislation to come into force. The department confirmed to NALS that implementation of the tenant fee legislation will not be before Spring 2019. […]