Can letting agencies charge these fees?

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Can they charge for referencing and credit checks for a new tenancy? I didn't think they were allowed to anymore.

I think you are correct if I read this right: https://www.propertyprotector.co.uk/blog/tenant-fees-act-mean-landlords-tenants/#:~:text=It%20can%20add%20up%20to,checks%2C%20inventory%20checklists%20and%20referencing.

I thought the charge is to Landlords not tenants.