Clarity on Rent Increases in the Renters’ Rights Transition Period
The Government have updated their guidance for rent increases from 1st May. When you will be able to increase rent For assured periodic tenancies, you will only be able
27/02/2026
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SWLA Meet Plymouth City Council to Discuss the Future of Renting in Plymouth
We welcomed Councillor Chris Penberthy (Cabinet Member for Housing, Cooperative Development and Communities) and Jackie Kings (Head of Housing Solutions PCC) to the SWLA office
26/02/2026
Renters’ Rights Act – Possession Notice Dispensation for Student Landlords
Good news for student landlords navigating the Renters’ Right Act implementation. Landlords of student HMO properties will be able to serve 2 months notice from
26/02/2026
Free Landlord Webinar by The National Landlord Investment Show – ‘Post-Renters’ Rights Reality – Essential Updates for All Landlords’
Please note – this is not an SWLA webinar – but all SWLA members are welcome to sign up and attend. When: Thursday 26th February,
25/02/2026
Government Confirm ‘EPC C’ Plans and Spending Cap for Landlords (and it’s good news)
Following our campaigning and consultation responses, we are very pleased to announce that the planned ‘EPC C by 2028’ has been delayed. The planned £15,000
21/01/2026
Free SWLA Bitesize Webinar with Martyn Taylor (Ashley Taylors Legal)
Thursday 8th January 2026, 11am – 12noon. Topic”The Renters’ Rights Act – Get Prepared for 01 May 2026”Now the Act is passed, we can take
02/01/2026
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
04/12/2025
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
04/12/2025
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
04/12/2025
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
04/12/2025