UK:
Government Announces Measures On Electrical Safety Requirements In The Private Rented Sector
21 May 2019
Hewitsons LLP
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On 29 January 2019, the government announced tough new measures
relating to mandatory electrical inspections for private rented
accommodation in England. The government proposes to introduce
legislation that will require private residential landlords to
undertake safety checks of electrical installations in their
properties once every five years. These inspections will have to be
carried out by qualified and competent inspectors although guidance
on what will be the minimum level of such qualifications and
competence is awaited. Penalties have also not been set out
however, there are likely to be a range of sanctions, with local
authorities being given discretion to decide which is most
appropriate in each case.
This announcement follows a government consultation on the
recommendations of the Private Rented Sector Electrical Safety
Working Group and reflects the government's commitment to drive
up standards in the private rented sector.
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