FPRA Spring 2025 Conference – Ask the PanelThursday 27 March 2025 – 10.00 – 12.00 pmFifty Two members participated in the FPRA’s third Spring Conference which took place place online on Thursday 27 March There were two keynote speakers: Emily Gray – FPRA Honorary Consultant and Operations Director at Burns Hamilton Solicitors who will run the […]
Flat Living Magazine: March Edition now available
Posted onWe are pleased to present Flat Living Magazine: March Edition This month’s issue explores the fascinating world of listed and historic buildings. Our incredible contributors provide insight into the unique challenges these structures face, as well as the complex legal frameworks that govern their preservation and restoration. Be sure to visit page 6 to read […]
FPRA Subscriptions from 1st April 2025
Posted onFrom 1st April, there will be a small increase in the 2025/26 subscription above 25 flats. Number of flats 2024/25 2025/26 Up to 25 £127.50 £127.50 26 – 50 £145.00 £150.00 51 – 100 £210.00 £215.00 101 -150 £285.00 £290.00 151 + £335.00 £340.00
HCLG Committee: Government response to disabled people in the housing sector report published
Posted on7th March 2025Publication: Government response on disabled people in the housing sector reportThe Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee has today published the Government’s response to the predecessor Committee’s report on disabled people in the housing sector.Government response to the former Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Select Committee report on disabled people in the housing […]
FPRA Spring Conference
Posted onspring_conference_ad_2025-1DownloadFPRA Spring ConferenceThursday 27 March 2025 – 10.00 – 12.00 pmWe are excited to announce our third Spring Conference taking place online on Thursday 27 March between 10-12. We will have two keynote speakers: Emily Gray – FPRA Honorary Consultant and Operations Director at Burns Hamilton Solicitors who will run the first session on Section […]
Spring 2025 FPRA Newsletter now available
Posted onDear members,The spring edition of the FPRA newsletter is here and ready for you to read now! It’s another bumper issue with news, updates and interesting articles all geared to ensure you are kept up-to-date and well-informed on the issues that affect you most. The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act has finally been published – you can […]
Commonhold White Paper
Posted on4th March 2025 Dear Members Yesterday, the Government published the Commonhold white paper – please refer to the link below for the paper and also the press release from the MHCLG. The FPRA welcomes the publication of this white paper as we have long campaigned for reform of the leasehold system and simplification and mainstreaming of Commonhold […]
Flat Living Magazine, February 2025 issue
Posted onWe are pleased to present Flat Living Magazine: February Edition This month’s issue focuses on the vibrant world of communal spaces and outdoor areas! Our incredible contributors explore everything from securing insurance for shared spaces to transforming them into inviting, high-value hubs that enhance both occupant experiences and property appeal. In news – you […]
How RMCs use forfeiture – feedback to MHCLG requested by 10th March
Posted on14th March 2025Dear MembersThe Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government are interested to hear about your experience in ensuring lease compliance. In particular, the Department would like to understand how forfeiture is used, and any experience you have of ensuring compliance through other means e.g. recovering debts from earnings or seeking an injunction to […]
Update on Right to Manage
Posted onChairman Bob Smytherman has received an email from Matt Prior, Commonhold Policy, MHCLG with an update on the RTM regulations laid before Parliament this week.OFFICIALDear Bob12th February 2025I hope you’re well. I’m emailing to let you know that on Monday 10 February we laid secondary legislation in Parliament to commence the measures in the Leasehold and […]