The Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales has slammed new
powers that will give Eric Pickles the right to veto local authority private
landlord licensing schemes. Two years after becoming the first local authority
in England to introduce a borough-wide scheme for the private rented sector,
Newham Council has licensed 100% of its rental properties. But, just as this
key milestone was reached, the government announced proposals that aim to
restrict councils from introducing similar schemes, without any formal
consultation. From 1 April, any council looking to introduce a licensing scheme
covering more than 20% of their area, or 20% of local privately rented homes,
will need to obtain permission from Eric Pickles. Read more on 24dash.
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