Court Fee Increase – From 8th April 2025
The Ministry of Justice will increase 171 court and tribunal fees to account for changes to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The income generated from
03/04/2025
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New Deals at TradePoint/B&Q – SWLA TradePoint Members Receive 10% Off On Top
All deals can be viewed here; TradePoint | Trade Building Merchants & Timber Supplies
28/03/2025
SWLA Meet with Dave Ryland (Strategic Manager Plymouth City Council) and Councillor Chris Penberthy (Cabinet Member for Housing)
Dave Ryland and Councillor Penberthy visited the SWLA office as part of their bi-monthly check in and information gathering regarding the Private Rented Sector. Such
13/03/2025
SWLA Launches New Tenant Referencing Service for Members
We are excited to announce the launch of our new discounted tenant referencing service in partnership with top-tier referencing agency, FLS. Our service, accessible through
11/03/2025
Government Consultation Launched – Improving Energy Performance in the PRS – Responses Required by 2nd May 2025
The government has launched a consultation on Improving the Energy Performance of Privately Rented Homes. The responses will shape the new approach for driving improvements.
07/03/2025
Save the Date – SWLA General Speaker Meeting
Wednesday 16th April 2025 – The Future Inn, Plymouth – 7.30pm Members and their guests welcome.
21/02/2025
Government’s Guide to the Renters Rights Bill
Guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill – This Guide will be updated as the Bill progresses. Please see the link at the bottom of the
21/02/2025
Government Consultation on changes to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) – Responses Required by 26th February 2025 – Have your say!
Landlords and agents are encouraged to respond here: Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime – GOV.UK Topic of this consultation This consultation seeks
14/02/2025
Renters’ Rights Bill Swiftly Moves to Committee Stage
The 4th February saw the Renters’ Rights Bill receive it’s 2nd Reading in the House of Lords and now moves to Committee Stage. Opening the
06/02/2025
SWLA’s Concerns Raised in Parliament by Rebecca Smith MP
Rebecca and her Conservative colleagues call for a 12-month review of new renting legislation to prevent a mass landlord exodus. Rebecca explained that the Renters’
22/01/2025
The Renters’ Rights Bill moves into the House of Lords
The 14th January saw the Renters’ Rights Bill receive it’s 3rd Reading, the Bill now progresses into the House of Lords. Several further amendments have
15/01/2025
