My picks from the headlines: November 2021

We’re finally approaching the end of what has been a rollercoaster year for the lettings sector, but as this issue’s selection of stories shows, 2021 could still have some surprises in store. As usual, scroll down to find the headlines that interest you, then click through to read the full stories on the PayProp blog.?

This month I’m also proud and excited to announce the on-demand release of our recent roundtable discussion on lettings industry transparency:?Trust through transparency – building landlord and tenant confidence in the lettings industry. It was a privilege to discuss this era-defining topic with such a seasoned and accomplished group of industry leaders. Find out how you can view it for free in our first story.

Our stories this month are:

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• The most essential lettings industry webinar of 2021 is now available to view on demand. Discover how you can view it for free – and claim your copy of the accompanying special report.
• The government has announced a?￡65 million fund ?to repay tenants’ rent arrears in England. Will it be enough?
• Are politicians fighting yesterday’s battles over “no-fault” Section 21 evictions? New eviction figures show that repossessions are significantly below pre-pandemic levels.
• Landlords and letting agents may soon have to give more documents to tenants on move-in, following a new government consultation .
• Rental professionals face a further wait for the government’s rental reform White Paper, which was until now scheduled for?this autumn.
• Tenants in England will once again be protected from bailiff-enforced evictions over the Christmas period.
• Looking to make a difference in your local community? Kick off the giving season this year by getting your agency involved in?UK Charity Week 2021 !

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