Concerns Raised Over Proposed HMO in Wigan Introduction Residents in the Swinley area of Wigan share strong objections. They see a plan to change a house into an HMO. The plan targets a five‐bedroom semi‐detached home on Dicconson Street. It will provide shared living for five people. The neighbourhood now shows change. Homeowners worry that too many HMOs crowd the area. Proposed Changes Andrew Lyon, a...
Gravesend Landlords Face Heavy Fines for Unlicensed Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) This week, Gravesham Borough Council fined landlords in Gravesend for running HMOs without a licence. The council acts to meet housing rules and keep local people safe. The Fines The fines add up to £27,500. A landlord on Granville Road paid a fee of £10,000. An agent on Parrock Street paid a fee of £17,500. The...
Historic Sheffield House Proposed for Conversion into Flats A proposal appears in Sheffield’s old city. A 19th‑century house stands large. It has nearly 40 rooms and works as an HMO. The city plans now see the house change into flats. This need comes from rising demand for homes in urban areas. Planning Proposal Overview City Council will review plans to change the building on Burngreave Road into 23...
Community Unites Against Overdevelopment: HMO Application Denied in Erdington Birmingham City Council denied a plan that would change a three-bedroom home into a five-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation on Mason Road, Erdington. Local people joined together to stop the plan. Almost 400 locals signed a petition. Fifty neighbours also gathered to protest against the change. Residents Rally for...
Global Reaction to Trump's New Car Tariffs: Consequences for the UK Automotive Industry and Beyond On March 27, 2025, former President Donald Trump announced a new 25% tariff on all imported cars. He named this move "liberation day." Leaders around the world met his words with strong disapproval. They worry about the risk for the car market. The UK car industry sees a threat to its...
Understanding the Surge in Council Tax for Second Homes in England In April 2025, second home owners in England face a higher council tax. Local councils change tax rules much like those in Scotland and Wales. Property investors and homeowners must read these changes well to plan for extra costs. The New Council Tax Premium New rules from early 2024 let councils add a council tax premium to second homes....
Edinburgh Council to Relocate Homeless from Unlicensed B&Bs and Hotels The council made a key decision against the growing homelessness in the city. They chose to move hundreds who live in unlicensed hotels and B&Bs. The shift will start before the end of November 2024. ## Background of the Situation Since COVID-19 struck, the city saw a rise in short-term housing. The council provided many hotel...
Big London Council Introduces More HMO Licensing On 24 March 2025, Enfield Council announced a new system for licensing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) within the borough. The council aims to boost safety and quality in rental homes. The move comes as shared housing grows popular in London. The Need for Expanded HMO Licensing Councillor Susan Erbil – the Cabinet Member for Planning and Regulatory...
Japan’s Nomura Real Estate Partners with Legal & General to Enter UK Housing Market Introduction This move shows global investors eye British homes. Nomura Real Estate of Japan and Legal & General plan to build over 1,000 rental properties in Britain. This deal marks Nomura’s first step in the UK rental field. It reflects a rise in international cash flow into UK housing, especially where rent...
Recent Trends in House Prices: Insights from Forbes Advisor UK House prices in the UK spark much talk and study. Forbes Advisor UK shows trends matter for both current buyers and those new to property. This write-up shows the latest data and covers market shifts, risks, and points for buyers in today’s economy. Understanding Recent Housing Market Fluctuations The property market shifts fast. Forbes notes...
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