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London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
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A new landlord registration scheme will be introduced across England from December 15, 2026. London landlords will have a registration window between July 15 and October 14, 2027. The initiative is part of wider reforms to protect private renters.

Southwark Council has updated its Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy to impose tougher sanctions on landlords failing to meet housing standards. The move, supported by the Renters Rights Act 2025, aims to protect the rights of private tenants across the borough.
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.