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Council probes 30 landlords and pledges “hefty” fines

11th September 2026

Council probes 30 landlords and pledges “hefty” fines

A council says it’s investigating 30 private rental sector cases within its boundaries, some involving a potential minimum £17,000 fine for landlords. The revelation came at a Southampton council meeting where a council officer pledged the authority would be issuing “quite hefty” fines in the next three to six months under its...

Council uses new powers to dramatically increase fine on landlord

11th September 2026

Council uses new powers to dramatically increase fine on landlord

A council has served its first civil penalty notice under a strengthened policy using new powers...

Huge rise in rental dispute hearings at property tribunals

11th September 2026

Huge rise in rental dispute hearings at property tribunals

New Ministry of Justice Tribunal hearings reveal a huge rise in cases relating to property. Most of...

Good news – fewer arrears for landlords

11th September 2026

Good news – fewer arrears for landlords

The proportion of landlords experiencing rental arrears has hit an all-time low. Only 26% reported arrears in...

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