I'm a new landlord buying my first buy-to-let in Manchester. Beyond standard buildings insurance, what *specific* additional landlord insurance policies are legally mandatory or highly recommended for a single-let property in the UK, especially regarding tenant liability or accidental damage cover?
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No landlord insurance is legally mandatory beyond building insurance, but landlord liability and accidental damage policies are highly recommended for single-let properties to protect against tenant claims and property damage.
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