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From 01 May 2026, the Renters’ Right Act will abolish Assured Shorthold Tenancies and end Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions in the Private Rented Sector

This guidance, released by the Government on Friday 20 March 2026, contains all of the information that landlords must provide to tenants if; Or, if;

ALL Private Rented Sector landlords with an existing Assured Shorthold Tenancy in place on 01 May 2026, that is in writing (or partly in writing),

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

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

**UPDATE – This webinar has now taken place, if you missed it, you can sign up for free membership of the NLIS and watch here;

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

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

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