In force from 2025, the new measures are aimed at protecting the environment, lowering energy use and bills, and reducing emissions.
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Homes England said it had decided to push back the original deadline due to delays in the construction of new homes caused by COVID-19.
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Renters with arrears accrued during pandemic could now face eviction
Renters who accrued arrears during the pandemic could now face eviction – despite the government recently extending the evictions ban.
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The Welsh government claims the proposals would give Wales the most comprehensive building safety regime in the UK.
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Legislation to further suspend evictions in Wales will come into force from Monday, the minister has confirmed.
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The UK government has announced that it will extend the eviction ban for renters in England till 21 February.
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Regulations will be laid out in the Scottish Parliament next week to extend the current ban, which is due to end on 22 January.
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Generation Rent is urging the government to reinstate the eviction ban that was introduced during the first lockdown.
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The funding represents a portion of the c.£750m invested into tackling homelessness and rough sleeping in 2021.
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The Welsh government says the increased investment in housing will support jobs and training while providing 3,500 new homes.