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29 Jul 2025
Fix unsafe cladding without halting homes

Propertymark has submitted a detailed response to the Scottish Parliament’s Finance and Public Administration Committee as part of its call for views on the proposed Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill. While we support the principle of improving building safety, we are concerned that the Bill, in its current form, risks worsening Scotland’s housing emergency and unfairly penalising responsible developers.

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29 Jul 2025
Pitch-perfect planning: What football infrastructure can teach UK housing policy

When the Lionesses lifted the UEFA Women’s Euro trophy, the nation rightly celebrated their sporting prowess — but their journey to the top was no fluke. It was the product of years of targeted investment in grassroots infrastructure, coaching, and pathways for talent development. In short, a long-term plan with delivered results.

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25 Jul 2025
Shape the future of the sector: RoPA professionals survey

All sales and letting agents in England are urged to share their experience to inform the future of property industry qualifications and regulation. Propertymark strongly supports the introduction of professional standards and mandatory qualifications – regulation is essential to improve trust , protect consumers, and ensure high standards across the board. This survey will provide decision-makers with a clear picture of the current landscape and help influence how any new regime is implemented.

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24 Jul 2025
Freeholder court case forces delay in leasehold law

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LAFRA) was fast tracked through Parliament in May 2024, ahead of the last UK general election, but not all sections of the legislation have yet been brought into force. The reforms affect approximately 4.5 million leasehold homes in England and Wales, but are now being challenged by freeholders, who claim the provisions infringe their human rights.

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23 Jul 2025
Building Safety Levy will start from 1 October 2026

The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025 have been laid before Parliament, marking a significant step in the UK Government’s ongoing effort to secure swift remediation of buildings with historical safety defects. Subject to approval, the Levy will be charged to developers and used to pay for the remediation of building safety defects, protecting leaseholders from those costs, and is expected to raise £3.5 billion over ten years.

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22 Jul 2025
Further tranche of agents hit with penalties for AML failures

194 agents have incurred penalties totalling over £1 million for breaches identified by HM Revenue and Customs between October 2024 and March 2025. The vast majority are a result of failing to register for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) supervision on time – the most common reason agents are fined. This highlights how important it is for property professionals to understand the rules, apply correctly, and maintain an up-to-date registration with HMRC.

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18 Jul 2025
Rent shake-up on the horizon for commercial landlords

Upward-only rent reviews will be outlawed in new leases across England and Wales under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. Concerns have been raised by the sector about how this move could affect property values and investor confidence. Plus, a shift of this magnitude requires careful implementation to prevent unintended consequences for future development and commercial supply.

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17 Jul 2025
Propertymark throws spotlight on weakness in sanctions rules

Our robust response to the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee consultation on sanctions scrutiny outlines the disparity between the sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) regimes and underscores the necessity for clearer, more consistent regulations and stronger UK Government support for letting agents navigating complex obligations. Implementing our recommendations will bolster compliance, protect agents, and significantly reduce the risk of economic crime in the UK property sector.

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09 Jul 2025
Fairer heat network pricing protection realities

Propertymark has welcomed Ofgem’s proposals to improve transparency and implement fair pricing protections for heat network customers, but warns that implementation must consider the operational realities of managing agents and ensure true consumer fairness.

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08 Jul 2025
Largest flood defence programme to benefit homes and businesses

A record £7.9 billion has been committed over ten years to protect hundreds of thousands of homes, small businesses, and vital infrastructure from the growing threat of flooding. From high-performance flood barriers to nature-based solutions like wetland restoration, the programme will deliver long-term protection for communities and strengthen local economies, delivering on the UK Government’s Plan for Change.

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03 Jul 2025
Ambitious housing and planning reforms set to transform property market

The UK Government has unveiled major initiatives in its Modern Industrial Strategy that will significantly influence the housing supply and overall property market, signalling huge opportunities and implications for our members. Proper consultation and partnership will be key to delivering genuine benefits, and we remain committed to providing representation to ensure the best outcomes for agents and the wider property market.

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27 Jun 2025
Division Presidents launch their term as elected Vice-Presidents announced

We were delighted to welcome members from across the UK and internationally to our interactive digital AGM, which gave members a chance to hear updates on key issues from our Chair, CEO, and Head of Finance, along with the opportunity to ask questions. We also marked the beginning of fresh Presidential terms for the ARLA Propertymark and NAEA Propertymark Advisory Panels and announced this year's successful Vice-Presidents, who now join the presidential teams for the sales and lettings divisions.

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20 Jun 2025
New data law signals a chance for agents to do things differently

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 officially became law on 19 June, marking the biggest update to the UK’s digital data laws since Brexit. The Act amends — but does not replace — the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). For Propertymark members, the new law presents a golden opportunity to streamline processes and embrace innovation, all while continuing to protect people’s personal data.

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18 Jun 2025
Streamlined planning processes must retain local flexibility

The Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has launched a technical consultation on reforming planning committees in England. The proposals could lead to significant changes in how planning decisions are made locally. Propertymark has responded on behalf of our members to ensure the voice of the property sector is heard, and we also encourage individuals to add their views.

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17 Jun 2025
Propertymark One unites the industry for a standout conference experience

The UK’s largest multi-disciplinary conference for property professionals was hosted at ExCeL London on Friday 13 June, with attendees from the whole spectrum of property disciplines. The energy, insight, and enthusiasm throughout the day reaffirmed Propertymark’s role at the heart of the industry.

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17 Jun 2025
From fines to fraud: what’s at stake when agents fall short?

With rising enforcement by HMRC and an increase in consumer complaints to The Property Ombudsman (TPO), the risks to property businesses from non-compliance are growing fast. At the same time, complexity and the pace of change are escalating; rules around financial sanctions reporting, material information, and unfair commercial practices have shifted in recent weeks, and for the lettings sector, the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Bill is rapidly approaching.

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