Gove’s leasehold reform plan ‘quietly crumbles’
The Housing Ministry is said to be facing 'fierce resistance from the Treasury' over a proposal to set ground rents at peppercorn rates.
‘A landmark moment for millions’: Leasehold & Freehold Reform Bill starts progress through Parliament
New laws promising 'significant new rights and protections' for leaseholders could be in play before the next General Election.
Leasehold reform plans could boost property prices by up to 10%
Leasehold reform proposals 'come with large unforeseen consequences regarding affordability and pricing within the leasehold market,' warns Knight Frank.
Government reins-in plan to abolish leasehold
Michael Gove said earlier this year that the 'feudal' leasehold system 'needs to go' - but a complete overhaul now looks unlikely.
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Tom Bill: ‘Wexit’ weighs on demand in Prime London markets
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