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 Shared Utilities in Energy-Inefficient HMOs · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Navigating Council Tax Rebates for Tenants in Overcrowded Shared Housing · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- How to Report Non-Compliance with Fire Safety Standards in Welsh HMOs · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Discrimination Claims for Renters Using Housing Benefit in Wales · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Understanding the Role of the Residential Property Tribunal in Welsh Deposit Disputes · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Rights and Procedures for Withdrawing from a Joint Occupation Contract in Wales · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Claiming Rent Repayment Orders for Illegal Rent Increases in Wales · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Preparing Evidence for Rent Repayment Orders Without Agent Cooperation · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Tenant Remedies for Improper Use of Landlord Smart Entry Systems · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Challenging Discriminatory Rental Pricing Algorithms · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Applying for a Rent Reduction During Major Unplanned Works · November 11, 2026 November 11, 2026
- Landlord Penalty Risks for Failing to Provide a Written Statement · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Disputing Excessive Factoring Charges for Common Areas · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Tenant Rights During Mandatory EPC Improvement Works · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Recovering Unprotected Tenancy Deposits via the First-tier Tribunal · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Reasonable Adjustments for Neurodivergent Tenants in Scottish Rentals · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Applying for Rent Arrears Assistance from Scottish Welfare Fund · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Compensation for Repairs Not Carried Out · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Appealing Council Tax Liability for Tenants · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Landlord Harassment and Unlawful Eviction Remedies · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Tenant Rights During Possession Order Enforcement · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Succession Rights for Unmarried Partners in Northern Ireland Private Tenancies · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Rights for Tenants Using Rent-to-Own Schemes in Northern Ireland · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- How to Request Rent Reductions for Long-Term Structural Defects in NI · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Procedures for Challenging Unfair Service Charges in NI Apartment Complexes · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- New Anti-Discrimination Protections for Renters with Children or Benefits · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Preventing Retaliatory Eviction After Requesting Repairs · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- Understanding the 6-Month No-Fault Eviction Notice Process in Wales · October 13, 2026 October 13, 2026
- 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