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An update on business grants by Plymouth City Council. Updated 21 January 2021 Plymouth City Council can confirm that the first tranche of businesses will

The Government is failing to tackle the Covid rent debt crisis. Following the announcement of a 6 week extension on the eviction ban in England

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/breathing-space-to-help-millions-in-debt The Government’s new Breathing Space period will freeze interest, fees and enforcement for people in problem debt, with further protections for those in mental

We intend to recommence training next month via zoom. We are looking to start with 2 hour sessions on 1. Possession and 2. Compliance. We

https://www.gov.uk/check-tenant-right-to-rent-documents/how-to-check Checking EU, EEA and Swiss citizens Right to rent checks continue in the same way as now until 30 June 2021 for citizens of the EU, Switzerland, Norway,

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private RentedSector (England) Regulations 2020 These Regulations apply in England to – all new specified tenancies from 1st July

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/extra-covid-protections-for-rough-sleepers-and-renters The ban on bailiff enforced evictions has been extended. Renters will continue to be supported during the new national restrictions, with an extension to

Our office remains open as normal for telephone and email queries (office hours 10am – 3pm Monday to Friday). If you call outside of these

The following guidance should be followed immediately; the law will be updated to reflect these new rules; https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-lockdown-stay-at-home You must not leave, or be outside

Owner occupiers, renters and landlords. Grants available for eligible* households living in E, F or G homes to fund green affordable warmth improvements. *includes joint

SWLA’s December bulletin has been posted to members. If you prefer to read it electronically, you can read in online; December Bulletin You can also