This post compares budgeted and actual routine operating expenditure for Centenary Mill using figures taken from published accounts. It forms part of a factual series presenting historic service charge finances.
Leaseholder Survey – Reference Page Available
A reference page explaining the purpose and scope of the leaseholder survey is now available. The survey provides a structured way to make leaseholder perspectives visible and establish a shared baseline, alongside other published information.
Service Charge Income and Expenditure (2018–2024)
Introduction This is the first in a short series of simple, visual summaries based directly on Centenary Mill Court (Preston) RTM Co Ltd’s published service charge accounts. (Figures are taken directly from the published accounts. Expenditure is shown as absolute values for readability.) Scope This chart shows headline totals only — total income and totalContinue reading "Service Charge Income and Expenditure (2018–2024)"
Landlords: the Renters’ Rights Act – what’s been published so far (and why it matters)
OpenRent has published one of the clearest and most practical summaries to date of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act (expected in 2026) — cutting through the headlines and setting out what landlords are likely to face in practice. Their overview covers, in plain English: The end of fixed-term ASTs and what periodic tenancies will mean in reality Changes toContinue reading "Landlords: the Renters’ Rights Act – what’s been published so far (and why it matters)"
BBC highlights positive momentum for leaseholders
The BBC has published a new article highlighting growing momentum around leaseholder rights, protections, and fairer treatment across England. The piece reflects concerns many leaseholders will recognise — but also points to practical progress and renewed attention on long-standing issues. 🔗 Read the article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdjn7jdvn7no We’ll continue to share relevant, independent coverage like this toContinue reading "BBC highlights positive momentum for leaseholders"
Fire Safety Guidance and Recent PEEP Questionnaire – What Information Do Residents Have?
Update - 18/02/2026 The Association has reminded residents via the community channel that the building's current evacuation policy is to evacuate in the event of a fire emergency. Leaseholders who let their properties may wish to ensure that their tenants are familiar with the building’s current evacuation guidance and understand the procedure to follow inContinue reading "Fire Safety Guidance and Recent PEEP Questionnaire – What Information Do Residents Have?"
New: Free Online Community for Landlords
A new, free landlord discussion community has launched on Reddit, offering a space for open, practical conversations about owning and letting property in the UK. The community is designed for landlords at all stages — from first-time lettings to long-term portfolio holders — and focuses on peer discussion rather than promotion. Typical topics include: LettingContinue reading "New: Free Online Community for Landlords"
National Service Charge Survey 2026 – Have Your Say
Leaseholders across England and Wales are being invited to take part in a national service charge survey being conducted by SH Action. The survey is designed to gather real-world evidence about how service charges are calculated, presented, increased, and justified — directly from the people who pay them. Why this survey matters Service charges affectContinue reading "National Service Charge Survey 2026 – Have Your Say"
Parliamentary Petition: Strengthening Leaseholder Rights and Protections
A new UK Parliamentary petition has been launched calling for stronger protections for leaseholders, including fairer management practices, improved transparency, and meaningful redress where governance or managing arrangements fail. While this petition is not specific to Centenary Mill, the issues it addresses will be familiar to many leaseholders across the country — including concerns aroundContinue reading "Parliamentary Petition: Strengthening Leaseholder Rights and Protections"
PR1 Rental Values Update – August 2024
Posted February 26, 2025 This post summarises advertised rental prices in the PR1 postcode area, based on data published by the Home.co.uk Property Search Engine. The figures are calculated daily from rental listings and reflect advertised rents rather than achieved lettings. Source:https://www.home.co.uk/for_rent/pr1/current_rents?location=pr1 Property Rents in PR1 by Number of Bedrooms BedroomsAverage RentMedian RentTwo bedrooms£977 pcm£895Continue reading "PR1 Rental Values Update – August 2024"