CLG Leaflets
The Deparment for Communities and Local Government (CLG) have published the following leaflets providing advice for landlords of private rented properties:
Letting rooms in your home: A guide for resident landlords
Assured and shorthold tenancies: A guide for landlords
Notice that you must leave: A brief guide for landlords and tenants
Electrical safety
The Electrical Safety Council has put together a comprehensive document to help landlords understand electrical safety matters relating to emergency lighting, fire alarms, PAT testing etc.
http://www.esc.org.uk/business-and-community/guidance-for/landlords.html
Legionnaires' Disease
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a leaflet giving information on Legionnaires' Disease relating to rented accommodation.