News

Don’t panic if your landlord is selling

Published

11 years ago

June 13, 2014

AS THE UK property market’s recovery continues, many landlords may choose to cash in on their investments.

With the average tenant staying in a property for over 19 months, many renters may find themselves in the position of having to find a new home as their landlord sells. If your landlord is selling, this shouldn?t be a cause for concern. It is important, though, to be aware of your rights in these circumstances. Susan Fitz-Gibbon, President of ARLA, said: “If you receive notice that your landlord is selling, the most important thing to remember is that as the tenant, your tenancy agreement remains valid. Make sure you also bear in mind that you also have rights concerning issues like access to the property for viewings.” ARLA has the following advice for tenants whose landlords are selling their property: The number one thing to note is that your stay in the property is not impacted by the landlord’s decision to sell. You have the right to stay until the date stipulated in your tenancy agreement. Check to see if your Agreement contains a break clause though, as this can enable the landlord to end the lease early (in addition to allowing you to end your tenancy earlier). It is not surprising that those interested in buying will want to view the property. The amount of notice a landlord must give before entering your home with a prospective buyer for a viewing may be stipulated in your tenancy agreement. If this is not the case, the landlord should still give you reasonable notice of viewings, usually 24 hours. Once the property sells, the new owner must also respect the tenancy agreement, and will not be able to change your rent without following the proper procedures. It can be a good idea to have a new tenancy agreement drawn up that shows the name of your new landlord; if you do, be sure to check that the new version does not make any other changes, unless you’ve agreed upon them. Although they are by no means obliged, some landlords may offer their current tenants the chance to buy the property they occupy before it goes on the open market. If you have a good relationship with your landlord and are in a position to buy, this might be worth considering. It can be a bonus for your landlord, too, because they have a chain-free buyer that they know.

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

Published

4 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

Published

5 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.

Crime

Three men from London admit their guilt over illegal cannabis farm

Published

5 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THREE men admit their guilt after police discover over 700 cannabis plants during a raid on a former school building in Llandysul.

Officers from Dyfed-Powys Police executed a warrant at the former Ysgol Gynradd Llandysul on Heol Llyn Y Fran on November 15. Inside, they found 737 cannabis plants spread across multiple rooms.

Armeld Troksi, 29, and Njazi Gjana, 27, both from Empire Avenue in Edmonton, London, along with Ervin Gjana, 24, from Durham Avenue in Romford, were arrested at the scene and later charged with producing cannabis.

The three men appeared before Swansea Crown Court, where they admitted their involvement in the illegal operation. Defence solicitor Joshua Scouller requested a pre-sentence report for Ervin Gjana, which was granted by Judge Geraint Walters.

Sentencing is scheduled for January 20.

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: “Following a warrant executed at the former school on Heol Llyn Y Fran, officers discovered a significant cannabis grow containing 737 plants.

“We are grateful to the local community for their continued support and cooperation. Officers will remain in the area while the site is secured.

“Our commitment remains firm in disrupting drug production and supply networks across our force area.

“We encourage residents to report any suspicious activity, no matter how small it may seem. Every piece of information can make a difference, and reports can easily be submitted through our website.”