Residential landlords

Devon Landlords warned to guard against deadly legionella

Residential landlords could face heavy fines, and jail time in worst-case scenarios, if they fail to address the risks of legionella in Devon rental properties.

Under the new Renters’ Rights Act landlords could be hit with fines of up to £20,000 if their property is not compliant to regulation or face a custodial sentence if a tenant dies after contracting Legionnaires’ disease....