What counts as social housing?
Social housing includes accommodation made available for rent below the market rate, typically by local authorities, housing associations, and other registered providers. It is intended for people whose needs are not met by the commercial housing market.
Key landlord duties
From 27 October 2025, the Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulations 2025 introduced strict timeframes for landlords to identify and rectify health hazards. Key duties include:
- Investigating emergency hazards within 24 hours of becoming aware of the issue.
- Carrying out necessary safety work within 24 hours of . . .
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