Shared ownership has become an essential route to homeownership, particularly for those unable to afford full-market-value properties. The new Shared Ownership Code sets out requirements for landlords, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with the scheme.

In April 2025, the Housing Ombudsman released its latest severe maladministration report, highlighting significant failures across multiple landlords.

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 introduces significant changes to leasehold and freehold property regulations, effective from 3 March 2025. These changes aim to empower leaseholders and streamline processes related to lease extensions and the Right to Manage (RTM).

In the case of Lewis v Francis and another (Costs) [2025] EWHC 238 (Admin), Mr. Lewis unsuccessfully prosecuted his neighbours under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and was initially ordered to pay £10,123.20 in costs.

2024 saw some of the biggest changes in housing law in decades, and 2025 will see many of those changes come into force.

The budget announcement delivered by Rachel Reeves yesterday echoed several key declarations from the past weeks, which could greatly impact the housing industry. With updated funding and policy revisions, the situation regarding housing supply and financial oversight looks set for transformation. However, the crucial question remains: will these adjustments be adequate to initiate the construction of the 1.5 million new homes promised in Labour’s manifesto?

The King's Speech was delivered at the opening of parliament, following Labour’s landslide victory at the polls.

There have been 3 recent county court decisions where tenants have been awarded the equivalent of 90 – 100% of their rent in compensation, where their properties were found unfit for human habitation.

A consultation has been launched regarding the implementation of the Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs).

As of 1 May 2024, certain Civil Court fees have increased.

In the realm of property management, maintaining thorough repair and communication logs is not merely a best practice but a strategic necessity. With an increasing number of disrepair claims being filed against housing providers, meticulous record keeping serves as a powerful defence mechanism.

Complaint handling in the social housing sector has been the focus of significant attention in recent years, particularly in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire and the tragic death of Awaab Ishak.