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The Property Institute offers its analysis of the newly introduced Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill, after it was given its First Reading in Parliament.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement today included headline grabbing moves on issues such as taxation and benefits but had little to say about housing.

Rachel Maclean has been sacked as Housing Minister after nine months in post, as part of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s cabinet reshuffle. Former Building Safety Minister, Lee Rowley will replace her.

In his first King’s Speech, King Charles confirmed that the government intends to bring forward reforms to the leasehold system as opposed to scrapping it altogether as previously suggested.

The industry-first public Hub now serves as a comprehensive source of current building safety guidance in England.

The Financial Times has reported that the long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill will have its second reading in the House of Commons on Monday 23rd October, following support from the Prime Minister.

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The FCA has confirmed new measures to support leaseholders in the multi-occupancy buildings insurance market.