The Labour Party has decisively ruled out granting regional mayors, including London’s Sadiq Khan, the power to impose rent controls. This comes amidst ongoing debates over how to address the UK's housing crisis, particularly the skyrocketing rents in cities like London.
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by Patrick Garratt - 16th August 2024 
Government announces intention for new legislation on minimum EPC rating for rental properties.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 6th August 2024 
The political landscape surrounding the Graduate Route visa, which permits international students to stay in the UK for up to two years post-graduation, continues to be of paramount importance to the student accommodation sector. With Labour now in power, understanding their stance on this issue is critical for stakeholders in higher education and student housing.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 6th August 2024 
If you're one of our student tenants, you may well be one of approximately 1.5m young people who are eligible to vote in the coming general election for the first time. Here's everything you need to know about voting in the general election. How to register to vote, how to vote on the day or before, who to vote for, what to expect in the poling both.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 29th May 2024 
What will happen with the Renters Reform Bill now an election has been called?
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 22nd May 2024 
Bristol City Council have published their new fees for Mandatory HMO Licence applications and renewals for the 24/25 financial year, starting 6th April 2024.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 15th March 2024 
Find out what the Chancellors budget March 2024 means for property investors.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 11th March 2024 
Purple Frog Asset Management proudly welcomes Kate Gregory, a distinguished property expert, to its team. With an impressive career spanning nearly 25 years across three countries, Kate joins us as our Asset Management Director where she will oversee the letting and management teams across the company.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 4th March 2024 
Nottingham City Council have been fighting the publication of an audit on their financial controls in April 2023. The council instructed Ernst and Young to carry out the review the 'control environments' at Nottingham City Council (NCC) covering areas of licensing, as well as a number of other funds. The report finds 'inappropriate financial activity' by NCC highlighting that the selective licensing fees have only been ring-fenced in the last 12 months.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 23rd February 2024 
From Thursday the 14th December, our opening times are changing.
During the holiday period we will have essential staff available to answer calls between 10.00 am and 5.30 pm, except for weekends and public holidays. Please be aware that branches will be closed. Please call ahead before making the trip to see us. If you’re locked out, please call us.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 13th December 2023 