Government news

Government 'must improve residential property lending' [24 Sep 10]

The government should step in to prevent excessive charges on mortgages, one expert has claimed. ...
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Recommended tradesmen 'must be used for Green Deal' [23 Sep 10]

Home owners have been advised to use recommended tradesmen for any energy efficiency home improvements made to their property. ...
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ARLA calls for universal landlord regulation [21 Sep 10]

Patchy enforcement of Selective Licensing scheme highlights need for national regulation of the private rented sector, says letting agents' body. ...
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  • Cutting spending on flood protection 'could leave thousands uninsured' [16 Sep 10]
  • Scottish government announces home improvement drive [15 Sep 10]
  • Government incentives 'may not be enough to boost house building' [14 Sep 10]
  • Shapps unveils overhaul of shared housing regulations [08 Sep 10]