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Membership includes advice and support from office based staff, free downloadable documents, a voice mail service, and face to face office visits by appointment.
Empowering Connections
Gain exclusive discounts, tailored insurance, representation, and access to a trade directory, all while being part of a respected association who are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard – enabling you to gain nationally recognised accreditation.
Knowledge Enrichment
Benefit from continuous education through face-to-face and online courses, presentations, webinars and regular bulletins – maintain, increase and exercise your knowledge of the Private Rented Sector.
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For novice and experienced landlords/agents
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Fantastic member discounts
Education & Training
On current and changing legislation affecting the Private Rented Sector
Stationery
Documents and templates for agreements, applications, terms, guides and more
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New courses coming soon
Including Accreditation and The Renters Rights Bill
Our training courses provide landlords with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the rental industry. Ensure that you are meeting your legal obligations with a range of courses suitable for both new and experienced landlords.
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All the latest industry news, membership updates, upcoming events and updates from the SWLA. Visit our blog for valuable insights and information for landlords throughout the UK.
The Act received Royal Assent on 22 October 2025. Here is a timeline and a summary of the legislation changes. Phase 1, starting 01 May…
There is a new funding scheme currently available which is specifically for properties with solid walls, to have Internal Wall Insulation installed. (Properties that were…
Wednesday 10th December 2025 from 3pm – 6pm, at the SWLA Office. Come and enjoy a mince pie and drink with committee members, staff and…
Landlords who have had faulty wall insulation installed are being told to look out for letters informing them of plans to repair the damage. The…
Please note – this is not an SWLA webinar – but all SWLA members are welcome to sign up and attend. When: Tuesday 9th December…
Plymouth City Council are excited to announce that food waste collections will be introduced across Plymouth in Spring 2026. This initiative is a big step toward…
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- Comprehensive Support
- Empowering Connections
- Knowledge Enrichment
Run For Landlords, By Landlords
South West Landlords Association, formerly known as Devon and Cornwall Small Landlords Association was formed in Plymouth over 30 years ago by a group of enthusiastic residential landlords. Since its formation the name and demographics have changed but the enthusiasm of its elected committee have not.
With their own offices and staff in Plymouth, SWLA has attracted members nationwide by offering advice, documentation, training and support. The Association represents members at local and regional levels and has representation with central government agencies.
We believe that management standards, housing standards and tenants living conditions can all be improved by comprehensive training and the understanding of landlord’s obligations and responsibilities.
Founder Members of the West of England Rental Standard
Administrators Of LASW Landlord Accreditation South West