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The Renters’ Rights Act – The Timeline
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…
Government Grant for Internal Wall Insulation – for Flats and Mid-Terrace Properties
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…
SWLA Christmas Open Office Afternoon
Wednesday 10th December 2025 from 3pm – 6pm, at the SWLA Office. Come and enjoy a mince pie and drink with committee members, staff and…
ECO4 Scheme Wall Insulation Problems
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…
Free Landlord Webinar by The National Landlord Investment Show – ‘Local Authority Powers Under the Renters’ Right Act 2025’
Please note – this is not an SWLA webinar – but all SWLA members are welcome to sign up and attend. When: Tuesday 9th December…
A Message from Plymouth City Council – Food Waste Collections are Coming to Plymouth
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…
2025 Autumn Budget for Landlords
Increased Tax For landlords operating as sole traders or partnerships, rates of income tax from property income will increase by two percentage points from April…
SWLA Attend Plymouth’s Breakfast Housing Expo
Last week we attended a brilliant event hosted by Plymouth’s ‘Damp and Cold Homes Taskforce’. The Taskforce members (Plymouth City Council, SWLA, Plymouth Energy Community,…
It’s Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week – Are your tenants safe?
Landlords are required to install and check carbon monoxide alarms in their properties. Landlords must ensure; NB: A gas cooker refers to any apparatus heated…
The Renters’ Rights Act – Comes into Force 1st May 2026
The Government has released a roadmap of the Renters’ Rights Act implementation. The first phase coming into force on 1st May 2026 will; – abolish section 21 ‘no fault’…
Government Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act
On 6th November 2025, the Government published updated guidance, we recommend that you read this guidance in full to understand the changes that are ahead; https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guide-to-the-renters-rights-act/guide-to-the-renters-rights-act…
Electrical Safety Failure Penalty Increase
Amendments to the electrical safety regulations took effect from 01 November 2025. The headline amendment for Private Rented Sector landlords is that the maximum penalty…