William Eichler 01 April 2025

Council issues £45k in housing fines

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Salford City Council has issued £45,000 of fines to landlords in an effort to improve local housing conditions.

A review of the council’s Selective Licensing Scheme in Eccles, Barton, and Winton found 704 properties have been licensed under the five-year scheme.

The scheme has helped resolve tenant complaints and improve landlord engagement and support wider enforcement efforts.

The council reports it has issued civil penalties amounting to £45,250 against landlords failing to comply.

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