Landlords

Changes to laws have been introduced that affect landlords

Section 21 evictions scrapped: What landlords need to know

The shutters are down at the Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms in Albert Road.

Historic pub shuttered as search for new landlord begins

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced major changes for landlords, including new tenancy rules and the abolition of Section 21 evictions in England.

Renters’ Rights Act: what landlords need to know

Tailored insurance is available to landlords at a discounted rate - so renters should check it’s in place

The insurance detail every renter should ask their landlord about

The Renters' Rights Act has changed how landlords can regain possession of their properties, making the process more formal and evidence-based.

Five insurance checks every landlord should make now

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced major changes for landlords, including new tenancy rules and the abolition of Section 21 evictions in England.

New renters' law: what landlords need to do now

TG Jones has said it is facing an £8 million shortfall by the end of the week unless a restructuring plan is approved, the High Court has been told.

Hampshire TG Jones stores at risk as decision expected in High Court

Even small additional uplifts are adding to the now substantial financial burden facing the retail sector

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Claire's in Whiteley amongst 154 high street shops closed by company

Fraser Campbell

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Mohy Jishi (Chief Operations Officer), Victor Della Faille (Chief Financial Officer), Sami Hassan (Chief Technology Officer) and Arthur Greenwood (Chief Executive Officer)

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Stephen Morgan MP

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Opening Day queue at The Warp, Meridian Shopping Centre

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The law was named in memory of Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old boy who tragically died in 2020 due to prolonged mould exposure in social housing.

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Evlo and other organisations are calling for significant reforms to how credit histories are built in the UK.

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A coalition of financial services organisations and consumer advocates are calling for significant reforms to how credit histories are built in the UK.
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ThermoPest wants to highlight the proven success of controlled, high-temperature heat systems

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One commenter said: "Sort out the Guildhall square pavement blocks, jetwash the statues, steps, lions, cenotaph and front of guildhall."Pictured are the Portsmouth Civic Offices.

Independent review backs city’s approach to HMO regulation

The Renters' Rights Bill includes new measures to help tenants with both children and pets

Your rights as a renter and the big changes being made

One of the main causes of damp and mould is condensation, according to Portsmouth City Council

More city homes plagued by damp and mould as crackdown pledged

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Keeping the books up to date is a task every business owner needs to master

High-tech accounting software now just £1 per month thanks to a deal

A property that was operated as an unlicensed HMO in Twyford Avenue, Stamshaw, Portsmouth. Portsmouth City Council has promised to crack down on the issue.

"Cowboy landlords" burying HMOs reputation - agency harasses tenants

Portsmouth Crown Court

Agency sentenced after overcrowding properties and harassing tenants

Landlords of The Northcote in Francis Avenue, Southsea, Barry Kewell (75) and wife Lynn (68) have been in the local pub trade 40 years and are thought to be the longest serving landlords in the city and maybe Hampshire.

Picture: Sarah Standing (121224-7713)

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The Apsley House in Auckland Road West, Southsea

11 pictures inside the Apsley House
A “proper old fashioned back street boozer” in Southsea hopes to bring back the glory days - by allowing customers to “bring your own booze”.
Steve Deeks

Gemma Hedges of HWB

Hampshire-based HWB Chartered Accountants responds to The Budget

The Hampshire Bowman has permanently closed its doors as the landlords of 12 years confirm the closure on social media.

'Fantastic pub' in Bishop's Waltham closes

The Golden Lion, Fareham is believed to be haunted after the new owners started noticing starnge occurences.

Pictured: Co-owners Steve Jewell, Tracy Fell and Jamie Jewell at The Golden Lion, Fareham

Picture: Habibur Rahman

WATCH: Footage captures glass fly off cabinet at 'haunte' Fareham pub

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Half of renters endure cold, damp or mould - despite record high rents

The Clarence Tavern will be closing its doors after 25 years in the business.

'Huge sadness' as cherished pub gets ready to close after 25 years

The Roebuck Inn in Droxford Lane will reopen as an Indian Gastro Pub called Krishnas Roebuck Inn.

Recently closed pub sets date to reopen as Indian Gastro Pub

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Average rent asking prices outside of London hit a new high - analysis

A number of homes across the city are being divided up into studio flats for houses of multiple occupation. Image for illustration only

Landlords hit out over 'demonisation' of HMOs in Portsmouth

The Druid's Arms has closed this month and Fuller's has provided an update on its future.

Pub which shut following death of beloved landlady set to reopen

The landlords of The Roebuck Inn have announced that they will be leaving the pub due to increasing costs.

Country pub announces shock closure due to landlords departure

The Apsley House pub in Southsea
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 111123-40)

"Backstreet boozer” in Southsea now open after four months closure

The Apsley House pub in Southsea
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 111123-40)

“Proper backstreet boozer” set to reopen after four months closure

Grants are on offer to help people make their home more energy efficient in Portsmouth

Home energy grants of up to £38,000 on offer for solar panels and heat pumps

Brune Park Community School in Gosport has an Ofsted rating of inadequate in most recent inspection which was published on July 31, 2023.
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Angry Gosport parent removes child from school over female toilet row

Paul and Claire Wicks, landlord and landlady of The Apsley House pub in Southsea, are leaving after twenty four years. Their last shift was on Sunday 12th November
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 111123-44)

Landlords of “proper boozer” are “gutted” having called time after 24 years

The Manor House pub in Drayton. Pic: Google

Huge support as petition launched to save popular Portsmouth pub set to close

Apsley House, Auckland Road West, Southsea. Pic: Steve Reid

Landlords of “proper old fashioned back street boozer” call time after 24 years

Housing Secretary Michael Gove wrote to Tory backbenchers to say the ban on “no-fault” section 21 evictions promised as part of the Renters Reform Bill will not be enacted before a series of improvements are made in the legal system. Campaigners say this could delay the ban for years. Credit: Getty/Adobe/Kim Mogg

Breaking Ban on no fault evictions delayed indefinitely by Tory government

10 Rampart Gardens, Hilsea, where an asset management company was fined £15,000 after it was found that five individuals were living in the property without a HMO licence. Picture: Google Street View.

Portsmouth City Council issues hefty fines to landlords over lack of license

The Government announced a “once-in-a-lifetime” overhaul of the private rental sector in England this week, which is estimated to impact around 11 million tenants and landlords across the country.

Breaking Renters’ Reform Bill: Pros and cons explained - what it means for you

The plans will impact 11 million tenants and two million landlords in England.

No-fault evictions scrapped in ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ renting shake-up

Svetlana had previously applied for lower rent because her washer and dryer had been broken for more than two years.

Woman uses chatbot ChatGPT to force landlord to fix washer and dryer

HMO landlords outside Portsmouth Guildhall. Picture: Josh Wright

Landlords accuse council of treating HMO tenants like 'second-class citizens’

The Rose in June, Milton Road

Cost of living making pub life difficult

A number of houses in Portsmouth have been converted into HMOs. Picture for illustrative purposed only

Planning committee 'unreasonable' for its refusals around shared houses

Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government

Quarter of renters don’t report repairs over eviction fears

Landlords could be given more power in new plans proposed by the government

What legal rights do UK tenants have when renting?

landlords may soon be given more power to deal with anti-social tenants

Landlords to be given extra powers to evict ‘anti-social’ tenants