Private landlords face tougher efficiency rules

Campaigners tackle government over Energy Bill loopholes

The government is facing a backlash from a newly formed coalition of charities and sustainability campaigners over its plans to improve the energy efficiency of private rented homes.

Huhne denies Energy Bill delay will hit green deal

The energy secretary has denied delays to the government’s Energy Bill will affect its flagship home energy efficiency scheme.

British Gas launches green deal forerunner

British Gas has launched its version of the government’s green deal home energy efficiency scheme.

The green deal stick

Ombudsman concerned by direct complaint ban

The housing ombudsman has admitted he is worried by government plans to bar tenants from complaining to him directly.

Uncertain times for tenants

Co-operatives need clarification over tenure regime for members, says Brynmor Adams, barrister at Five Paper

Window of opportunity

Last month’s court ruling means landlords may have a few weeks to claim the pre-cut feed-in tariff rate, says Rob Beiley, partner at Trowers & Hamlins

Construct a greener future

Building regulations are being tightened in a bid to protect the environment, says Catherine Parker, solicitor at Trowers & Hamlins

Hit for six

A 91-home Yorkshire development might mark the peak of sustainable house building. Martin Hilditch finds out why

Cheaper by the Durkan

The contractor charged with giving an east London estate a facelift also threw in comprehensive energy retrofitting - at no extra cost. Jess McCabe finds out more