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<p>Minimum energy efficiency standards in the private rented sector are backed up
by strong enforcement powers for local authorities, including heavy fines. Recognising
the importance of these standards, the Government is considering a range of measures
to improve enforcement, striking the right balance between focusing on supporting
good landlords and tackling those who wilfully flout their obligations.</p><p>In April
2018, using powers under the Housing and Planning Act 2016, we introduced a national
database of rogue landlords and letting agents. We are committed to broadening access
to this database when parliamentary time allows.</p>
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