01 October 2023, the Next Stage of the Building Safety Act Will Apply

This has implications for landlords who have control over the communal parts of buildings (the responsible person). Typically, in the PRS this will mean landlords…

HMO Landlords

A message from Plymouth City Council –  We are fast approaching the anniversary for HMO Licensing Legislation changes that took place in October 2018. As…

HHSRS to be Simplified as Part of Private Rented Sector Reforms

1. Background The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) is a tool used to assess hazards in residential premises. The HHSRS is risk-based and covers…

Gas Safety Week 2023 – Fighting for a Gas Safe Nation

Landlords Legal Responsibilities – Annual Gas Safety Checks We are proud to be supporting Gas Safety Week 2023, taking place 11 – 17 September. Gas…

15% Off Everything for TradePoint Members (Plus an extra 10% for SWLA TradePoint Members!) Ends 28th August 2023

2 Free Tickets for SWLA Members – The Home Building and Renovation Show 2023

Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 November 2023 Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN To book your free tickets, register here; https://somerset.homebuildingshow.co.uk/swlandlords  

Does your property meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)? Get tailored support to find out

The Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) has partnered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) Charitable Foundation to advise and support landlords of privately rented properties…

Legal Aid Now Available for All Tenants Facing Eviction

Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service Government-funded legal advice and representation (legal aid) is available to any tenants facing possession proceedings. Help is available from the…

Legal Aid Now Available for All Tenants Facing Eviction

Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service Government-funded legal advice and representation (legal aid) is available to any tenants facing possession proceedings. Help is available from the…

10% Off Everything This Weekend at B&Q/TradePoint

PLUS AN EXTRA 10% OFF FOR SWLA TRADEPOINT MEMBERS! 4th – 7th AUGUST 2023

10% Off Everything This Weekend at B&Q/TradePoint

PLUS AN EXTRA 10% OFF FOR SWLA TRADEPOINT MEMBERS! 4th – 7th AUGUST 2023

LANDLORD SURVEY – Renters (Reform) Bill – Have Your Say!

Along with ARLA-Propertymark and other Landlord Associations, we are campaigning to ensure that the Renters (Reform) Bill and future UK Government legislation leads to positive…