Policy
Four core things residential landlords should look out for pre-Budget
Becky Sawbridge of Chelsea landlord & developer Martin's Properties talks us through some seismic tax & policy changes facing the private rented sector.
Mapped: The latest policy shifts reshaping international wealth flows & property markets
Knight Frank sets out the state of play following a flurry of government announcements sending ripples through markets across Europe - and beyond.
Housebuilding around train stations ‘will be given default yes’
'We’re making it easier to build well-connected & high-quality homes,' says the Housing Secretary as more proposed planning reforms are revealed.
Budget 2025: Estate agency assesses ‘most likely’ tax changes for the property market
Hamptons' research chief runs through the tax runners & riders that could hit the residential market on 26th November.
RBKC weighs 100% council tax premium on second homes
Royal Borough 'reluctantly' considers doubling charges to close looming £130mn funding gap.
Tom Bill: Tax uncertainty drives buyers to beat the Budget
Three months of Budget rumours have stalled activity in parts of the UK economy - but at the top of the property market, some have accelerated their plans before possible new measures take effect, explains…
Reeves turns back on income tax rise
Prime property taxes are likely to be in the Budget crosshairs as the Chancellor looks to keep manifesto commitments.
‘We’re now on a countdown’: Government confirms timeline for Renters’ Rights Act rollout
Major changes affecting landlords, letting agents & tenants are being implemented on 1st May 2026.
Tom Bill: Government urged to boost tax coffers with Investor Visa
As the Treasury contemplates a manifesto-breaking income tax rise, one group argues that a UK Investor Visa could raise £225bn over ten years and keep wealthy individuals, and their stamp duty receipts,…
Natural England sets out ‘building better places’ strategy
DEFRA-sponsored organisation wants to 'make nature-based solutions a part of early planning' for property developments.
Property Industry Reactions: Interest Rates held at 4%
'If inflation stays on track, we expect to be able to gradually cut rates further,' says the Bank of England after a close call on the base rate.
Chancellor ‘sets the context’ for tax-hiking Budget
Without making specific policy announcements, Rachel Reeves has indicated significant tax rises are coming this month.