Government Announces New Leasehold Protections and Property-Agent Licensing Measures
By Ben Adah | October 8, 2026
The proposals include measures intended to strengthen protections for leaseholders, including controls on certain fees charged by landlords.
The government has also announced plans requiring property agents to obtain licences.
The changes are significant for the property-management and agency sectors because they could introduce additional regulatory requirements for businesses operating in the market.
For leaseholders, the proposed measures are intended to improve transparency and provide greater protection around property-related charges.
For property agents, licensing could create a formal regulatory framework covering professional conduct and operating standards.
The announcement comes as the property sector is already adapting to changes in private renting, landlord registration and other housing regulations.
Property professionals should distinguish between measures that have already taken effect and proposals that still require further implementation.
The legal and regulatory environment therefore remains an important area for landlords, agents, developers and leaseholders to monitor throughout the remainder of 2026.