UK's first compulsory registration scheme for private residential landlords launched

A new registration and licensing scheme aimed at preventing rogue landlords and agents from letting and managing properties has been launched in Wales but there is concern that not enough tenants know about it. According to Welsh Housing Minister Lesley Griffiths Rent Smart Wales will also raise awareness by landlords, agents and tenants of their respective rights and responsibilities and drive up standards in the private rented sector. Under the scheme all private landlords will be required to ...