Simon v Denbigh

This case involved Denbigh Town Council who served an improvement notice but 3 weeks prior to the appeal being heard, they withdraw the notice due toi an error and re-served it … more

The original inspection was completed by Derby City Council (DCC) on 5th November 2015 where 3 category 1 hazards were identified relating to excess cold, falls on stairs and fire safety. The … more

Nottingham landlord fined for leaving a tenant without central heating and ignoring a prohibition order

A Nottingham landlord defied an order issued by Nottingham City Council (NCC) banning … more

£30,000 fine for rogue landlords who put tenants’ lives at risk

The irresponsible landlords of an overcrowded property have been ordered to pay more than £30,000 following a … more

The Edwards v Kumarasamy case decided in the Court of Appeal last year caused confusion regarding a landlords repair responsibilities under s.11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act. Mr Edwards fell on the … more

House prices have been climbing sharply and outstripping growth in earnings – clearly buying a home is no longer an option for many people.  Low and average earners are turning to renting, … more

DASH has found that landlords are exposing themselves to significant  risks from fines and invalidated insurance, through not acting on their obligations – particularly in fire and … more

The exciting new service is being led by the University’s former Private Sector Accommodation Officer, Madie Patel, who has over 20 years’ experience working in the Northampton student … more