Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces groundbreaking plans to regulate estate agents through mandatory licensing, aiming to clean up the property market and prevent rogue practices that cost consumers millions.
Private landlords hit with massive £30,000 penalty for HMO licensing violations blast Labour's Rachel Reeves for apparent hypocrisy after her own tenant dispute emerges. The property licensing crackdown faces scrutiny as MP's rental history comes to light
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of double standards after backing campaign against selective landlord licensing in her Leeds constituency while supporting similar schemes nationally.
A devastating administrative error by Westminster Council left a landlord facing a £10,000 bill after officials mistakenly revoked her property licence. The shocking case exposes serious flaws in local authority licensing systems.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's radical plan to overhaul private rental sector with mandatory licensing and crackdown on substandard housing.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's radical plan to overhaul Britain's rental market with compulsory licensing for landlords, promising to end the 'wild west' rental sector.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping changes to rental regulations, abolishing mandatory landlord licensing schemes while pledging to build 1.5 million new homes and strengthen tenant protections across England.
Google agrees to pay Reddit approximately $60 million annually for AI training data access, marking a seismic shift in content valuation and AI development strategies.
Brazil's government has approved controversial oil exploration in the Amazon River mouth, defying scientists and environmentalists who warn of catastrophic ecosystem damage in one of Earth's most biodiverse regions.
The UK government announces special licensing extension allowing pubs to remain open until 1am for England's Euro 2024 final clash with Spain, giving fans extra celebration time.
A magical Halloween event at a UK pub featuring Harry Potter themes was abruptly closed by police after attracting massive crowds and breaching licensing regulations.
A sobering new analysis reveals that relaxed late-night licensing laws are creating more problems than prosperity, with local residents bearing the brunt of noise and disruption while promised economic benefits fail to materialise.
TV Licensing launches major enforcement campaign targeting thousands of households across the UK. Here's what you need to know to avoid substantial fines.
British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.
Sir Keir Starmer announces radical overhaul of pub licensing laws, giving landlords power to set flexible opening times and revitalise Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces radical plans to extend pub opening times and cut red tape for live music venues, promising a new dawn for Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
The government is considering permanent extended pub licensing hours to boost the hospitality sector and create a more continental-style nightlife culture across England and Wales.
Hundreds of licensed taxi drivers brought roads around Gatwick Airport to a standstill, protesting what they call Uber's circumvention of local licensing laws that's crippling their livelihoods.
Conservative Party Chair Richard Holden accepted hospitality from property developer Stephen Lusty while his company was converting properties into HMOs for asylum seekers, raising questions about political influence.
UK pubs and bars can apply for extended opening hours during England's World Cup campaign, allowing fans to cheer on the team with later drinks service.
Explosive lawsuit reveals Baldwin Park officials allegedly demanded massive bribes from cannabis businesses in exchange for operating permits, exposing corruption in California's legal weed industry.
Senior Labour figures, including Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, launch a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's party for siding with the Conservatives on crippling licensing fees for pubs and venues.
Exclusive investigation reveals the Sussex 'palace' abandoned by Britain's biggest slum landlord, leaving a trail of housing hypocrisy and council frustration.
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering spread of Houses in Multiple Occupation across England and Wales, transforming residential streets and sparking a fierce backlash from locals over noise, waste, and community erosion.
Culture Club icon Boy George has been ordered to perform menial toilet duties at his own pop-up club by Westminster Council, following a licensing row that has stunned the music industry.
In a landmark environmental decision, the UK government has halted its routine North Sea oil and gas licensing, signalling a major shift towards renewable energy and net-zero commitments.
Exclusive investigation into the background of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman reveals clean criminal record despite Victoria's strict firearm licensing procedures.
Prospective football agents are taking FIFA to court after technical glitches marred their online licensing exam, threatening their careers.
A high-ranking Boston official faces serious allegations of extorting cannabis businesses for personal gain, exposing corruption in the licensing process.
A man reveals how he made £1,500 by licensing his face to an AI company, sparking ethical debates about digital identity and privacy.