Bristol – New Licencing Schemes from 06 April 2022 – (Bedminster, Brislington West and Horfield Wards)

The proposals for Additional Licensing of Private Rented Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Bedminster, Brislington West and Horfield wards and Selective licensing scheme of…

SWLA AGM 2022

Meeting; AGM – Date; Wednesday 19th January 19:30 – Venue; Future Inn Plymouth – SWLA Members Only

Trade Point – 20% off Kitchens, Bathrooms, Tiles, Designer Radiators & Towel Warmers PLUS 10% ‘SWLA TRADE POINT’ DISCOUNT ON TOP! 24 December – 31 January

Call for Evidence on Income Tax Self Assessment Registration for the Self-employed & Landlords (30/11/21 – 22/02/22)

The government has published a call for evidence on Income Tax Self Assessment registration for the self-employed and landlords. You can find it at: Open consultation overview: Call for evidence:…

Cornwall – Tenancy Sustainment and Rescue Project

A new scheme is being launched in Cornwall to help renters who are facing eviction to stay in their homes. Cornwall Council has set aside…

Do I need to file a Self Assessment tax return and what if I’ve received a COVID-19 grant?

Article by GoSimpleTax More than 12m people file a Self Assessment tax return each year, which is almost a fifth of the UK population. They…

Bank of England Raises Interest Rates to 0.25%

The Bank of England has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, in response to calls to tackle surging inflation….

Rent Arrears – Where can tenants go for help and advice?

Homelessness prevention grants are available, click on the bullet point text below for further information; Governments £65m support package for vulnerable renters Citizens Advice –…

Law Student, 19, Sues Landlord and Wins First Case

Article from BBC News; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-59649129 Ever booked accommodation and turned up to find it’s not exactly what you were sold in the pictures? Well, that’s…

CORONAVIRUS – OMICRON – Ventilation Advice for Landlords & Tenants

Please see the following advice and information to share with your tenants, especially those in shared houses. COVID-19 is spread easily within the air. Opening…

Bailiff-Enforced Evictions Suspended over the Festive Season

Tenants facing eviction in England are to be protected from losing their homes during the Christmas and New Year period, HM Courts and Tribunal has…

£65 Million Support Package for Vulnerable Renters

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/65-million-support-package-for-vulnerable-renters Vulnerable renters struggling due to the impact of the pandemic will be helped by a £65 million support package announced by the Department for…