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Private Landlords (Registration) Bill

A Bill to require all private landlords in England to be registered; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

19 September 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Private Landlords (Registration) Bill would require all private landlords in England to register with a government register. It aims to create a central list of landlords to help authorities oversee the private rented sector and enforce standards. The bill focuses on establishing the registration system, with details to be set out as it progresses through Parliament.

Key Points

Requires all private landlords in England to register with a government register.
Creates a central register of private landlords to improve oversight and enforcement.
May require landlords to provide information about properties and ownership for monitoring purposes.
Contains linked provisions ('connected purposes') that could relate to other housing reforms and enforcement.
Currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons (originating in the Commons).

Progress

The bill is at the 2ndReading stage in the Commons. If it proceeds, it would move to committee for detailed examination and amendments.

Who is affected?

Private landlords operating in EnglandTenants renting from private landlordsLetting agents and property managersLocal authorities and enforcement agenciesLandlord associations and industry bodies

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Private Landlords (Registration)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 152 2017-19, as introduced

BillCommons

24 Apr 2018

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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