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King’s Speech 2026: Leasehold reform and building safety measures set to move forward
The Government said it would make commonhold the default for new flats and strengthen rights for leaseholders.
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ME Asset Management launches specialist investment platform
The platform is aimed at buying income-producing property assets in the UK, focusing on buildings affected by building safety and remediation issues.
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Ringley Group launches technical property management division
Karl Bradley, who has been with the group since 2018, will head the team.
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SPF calls for urgent exemptions to Building Safety Levy
SPF warned that the blanket imposition of the BSL could stall housing delivery in Scotland, making more residential schemes unviable.
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Propertymark urges annual gas safety checks to prevent appliance risks
Propertymark said that tenants should ensure their landlord or managing agent arranges these checks.
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Moray Council renews commitment to housing safety and quality
Amber Dunbar said: “We remain focused on making further improvements, especially in safety, energy efficiency, and housing quality.”
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Reforms to Building Safety Regulator to accelerate housebuilding
These reforms, which include a new Fast Track Process, changes to leadership and fresh investment, aim to support the delivery of 1.5 million safe, high-quality homes.
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HCLG calls for independent oversight to ensure Grenfell recommendations are delivered
Dave Seed said: “Meaningful oversight must be put in place to deliver justice, rebuild trust, protect lives, and safeguard the landlord-tenant relationship from irreparable damage.”
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Government implements reforms to boost building safety after Grenfell Inquiry – MHCLG
The Government has accepted all 58 recommendations to prevent tragedies like Grenfell, where 72 people lost their lives.
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Propertymark supports Government’s push to remove unsafe cladding
Propertymark acknowledged the desire to make homes safer but expressed that the deadline may be too late.
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Government tightens targets for remediation of unsafe buildings
The plan aims to speed up the remediation process, hold irresponsible freeholders accountable, and provide clearer timelines for residents.
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Major developers sign Gove’s contract to fix unsafe buildings
A total of 39 developers have signed the legally binding agreement to make and pay for vital building safety changes.