During the pandemic and as a result of COVID-19 restrictions, the ability to carry out Gas Safety Inspections within rented accommodations has proved to be difficult. This could be due to engineers having to self isolate or due to tenants having to shield.
Regardless of the pandemic, landlords do have a duty of care to their tenants and it is their legal duty to repair and maintain. gas pipework, flues and appliances. Landlords have a responsibility to have the appliances and installation inspected annually and this is known as a ‘Landlord Gas Safety Inspection’.
For further information see https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/help-and-advice/covid-19-advice-and-guidance/landlords/