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Labour has confirmed plans for all rented properties to achieve a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) grade C by 2030. This initiative was confirmed by

The Housing Minister (Matthew Pennycook) has ruled out the introduction of rent controls in England. The comments were made in a written response to a

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 5.25% to 5%, the first drop since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020. Home

Over 40 Bills were announced at the State Opening of Parliament (in the King’s speech) on 17th July, including the Renters’ Rights Bill. Commentary about

There is an item that you can place within a communal area of Flats or HMOs that can make a huge difference to the fire

It was great to see members old and new attend our open office event! We all had a lovely time catching up with everyone (and

Angela Rayner has been made Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The department, which has

As Plymouth’s largest blinds showroom, Beacon Blinds stocks a comprehensive range of blinds, curtains and awnings. They are a local blinds supplier providing great value

  For all deals, visit The Big You Can Do It Sale | Tradepoint (trade-point.co.uk) from Friday 28th June.  

Notice of a General Meeting  Open afternoon in the SWLA Office Wednesday 10th July 2024 – 3pm – 6pm @ 30 Dale Road, Plymouth PL4

The President and Chairman met with Peter Gold (Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport. Central to the discussion were items on Reform’s Contract

The news has been awash with reports of E-Bike battery fires and in this tragic case, the deaths within a young family; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd11gnqp27wo If your tenant

For over 35 years, Marks Electrical have been selling the best of appliances and televisions to over a million satisfied customers. Marks Electrical are offering

On Wednesday 15 May 2024, the Labour Housing Group hosted the launch of the report of the Independent Review of the Private Rented Sector. The

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  Saturday 25th May until Monday 27th May 2024. Usual exemptions apply. If you are an SWLA member and have not yet applied for your

This month’s 30 minute Ashley Taylors Legal Webinar looks at the issues and problems that are arising with the Renters Reform proposals. It’s worth knowing

Teignbridge is hosting the following event jointly with East Devon District Council, Exeter City Council and Mid Devon District Council. SWLA have a stand at

Waste and HMOs: A Guide for Landlords and Managing Agents – by Plymouth City Council HMOs (Houses of Multiple Occupation) can present unique challenges when

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