Policy
A year since Truss: Understanding the impact on the property market
Ahead of the anniversary of the infamous ‘mini-budget’, Strutt & Parker's Kate Eales looks back on a tough 12 months for the UK housing market - and explains what we've learned along the way...
Sunak rolls back sustainability policies including gas boiler ban
'We need a fairer, better approach to decarbonising how we heat our homes,' said the Prime Minister as he 'scrapped' a series of eco-minded measures.
Understanding PECR: Implications for UK estate agents’ marketing practices
In the ever-evolving landscape of data protection regulations, estate agents in the UK are urged to familiarise themselves with the Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulations, as they impact marketing…
From Boomer Power to Runaway Rents: Six property market trends to watch in 2024
As Hamptons updates its sales and rental market forecasts for the next few years, Aneisha Beveridge and her research team highlight six key trends to watch in 2024...
Autumn Statement date set for 22nd November 2023
The Chancellor will make a big speech about the state of the nation's finances at the end of November.
New York clamps down on Airbnb-style short lets
Airbnb has called New York City's new legislation "a de facto ban against short-term rentals."
‘Significant flaws’ in register of overseas entities allow property owners to flaunt transparency rules, finds study
"There is no point building a dam halfway across a river," say academics as they outline ten ways to close multiple loopholes in the Register of Overseas Entities.
Things landlords need to know about incoming rental reforms
John D Wood & Co.'s Head of Lettings, Tanya Hasking, sheds light on the main changes landlords can expect from a raft of reforms targeting the private rented sector.
Labour rules out new wealth & mansion taxes
"I don't see the way to prosperity as being through taxation," says Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Propertymark: ‘Tax incentives can power up energy efficiency standards’
"A simple tax restructure" could help more private rental homes meet EPC targets, suggest property industry insiders.
Property industry reactions: Bank of England hikes base rate again, to 5.25%
Featuring analysis from Chestertons, JLL, Knight Frank, Rightmove, Savills, Zoopla and more.
Why we need to build collaboration & flexibility into plans for housing delivery
A considered response to Michael Gove's latest proposals to boost housebuilding, from the Savills ESG and Urban Design teams.