The confirmation of a 1 May 2026 start date for the Renters Rights Act marks a decisive shift in how the private rented sector will be regulated.

The Government appears to be attempting to legislate its way out of a chronic housing demand crisis, rather than addressing the root cause.

Looking back at the housing market in 2025 and what we can expect from the UK Housing Sector in 2026.

Looking back at the housing market in 2025 and what we can expect from the UK Housing Sector in 2026.

The Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee voted 5 to 4 to lower the base rate by 0.25%, from 4% down to 3.75% its lowest level in nearly three years.

A leading lettings and estate agency claims that both landlords and tenants are struggling to engage with the Energy Performance Certificate system, raising serious questions about its usefulness in future.

MPs have expressed disappoint at the latest official housebuilding figures showing a dip in development despite the Government’s aim to build 1.5m homes by 2029.

National and local policies will be given equal power when deciding whether developments are given the go-ahead, rather than local decision-makers being overruled.