Alistair MacPherson
Scottish & Northern Irish Tenancy Law Analyst
Alistair specialises in the distinct private tenancy frameworks of Scotland and Northern Ireland. He has closely followed the development of the Scottish Private Residential Tenancy since its introduction and advises on Housing Rights NI processes and protections.
50+ articles
Articles by Alistair MacPherson
- Managing Conflicts with Neighbours and Anti-Social Behaviour · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- NI Council Environmental Health Powers for Tenant Repairs · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Tenant Rights During Mandatory Gas Safety Inspections NI · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Landlord Access and Notice of Entry Rules for Contract Holders in Wales · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Council Tax Liability and Joint Tenancy Rules in Wales · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Anti Discrimination Laws for Renters on Benefits and Families in Wales · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Tenant Rights for Reporting Damp and Mould under Renting Homes Wales Act · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- How to Challenge a Rent Increase in Wales via Form RHW12 · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Guidance on Tenant Liability for Communal Area Accidents in Flats · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Recovering Unlawful Letting Fees Charged by Agents Since 2019 · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Tenant Rights Regarding Landlord Use of Smart Home Surveillance Devices · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Applying for a Rent Relief Grant During Temporary Unemployment in Scotland · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Discrimination in Renting: Illegal Practices and Reporting · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Requesting a Pet in Your Rental: Guide to the New Rules · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Section 8 Eviction Grounds: Proving Your Case in 2026 · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Understanding Statutory Minimum Notice Periods for Tenants · September 29, 2026 September 29, 2026
- Dealing with Illegal Rent Demands and Cash Receipts · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Electrical Safety Standards for NI Tenants 2026 · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Reporting Damp and Mould in Northern Ireland Rentals · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- New Notice to Quit Rules Northern Ireland 2026 Explained · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Rent Smart Wales: How to Check if Your Landlord is Compliant · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Illegal Eviction and Harassment: What You Need to Know in Wales · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- How to Challenge a Rent Increase in Wales · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Tenancy Deposit Disputes: Common Causes and How to Resolve Them · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Using the Scottish Tenant Advocacy Service for Tribunal Disputes · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Disputing Unfair Property Factor Charges in Tenements · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Reporting Mould and Damp to Local Housing Authorities · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Tenant Rights During Property Sale and Landlord Viewings · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Claiming Rent Repayment Orders for Renters Rights Act Breaches · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Private Rented Sector Database: Checking Your Landlord · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Understanding Periodic Tenancies and Two Months Notice · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Challenging a Rent Increase under the Renters Rights Act 2025 · September 14, 2026 September 14, 2026
- Housing Executive homelessness and support services · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- HMO licensing requirements for tenants · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Landlord repair responsibilities and housing standards · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Tenant deposit protection rules Northern Ireland · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Private Tenancies Northern Ireland Order 2006 Guide · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Illegal eviction and harassment protection for Welsh renters · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Tenant rights regarding landlord entry and privacy in Wales · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Rent increases and fair notice rules in Wales · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Section 173 notice explained for Welsh tenants · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Landlord Registration and Licensing Checks · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Illegal Eviction and Harassment Rights · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- How to Apply to the First-tier Tribunal · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Tenant Rights During Rent Increases · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Private Residential Tenancy Guide for Scotland · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Rules for HMO licensing and shared housing standards · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Landlord access rights and tenant privacy laws · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Section 8 eviction notice grounds and process · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026
- Understanding the Renters Rights Act 2025 reforms · August 17, 2026 August 17, 2026