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Renters’ Rights: Top housing officials to join exclusive NRLA webinar

Sally Walmsley 27 April 2026

Senior Civil Servants from the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) will speak exclusively to NRLA members at a Renters’ Rights webinar this week. 

Deputy directors for the PRS, Ross McInnes and Guy Horsington will attend Wednesday’s webinar, the final of the series ahead of implementation of the first phase of the Act on Friday. 

Ross, who is deputy director for strategy, security & standards (private rented sector) and Guy, deputy director for PRS housing redress and regulatory systems, will give a presentation on the changes up ahead and answer key questions on the new legislation and what it means. 

The NRLA's head of policy James Wood will also deliver a presentation reminding you of what you need to do to stay compliant. He will then take your questions on the Act. ​​​​​

How to sign up

There's still time to register for the hour-long webinar, which will be held at 11am this Wednesday. Click here to reserve your place. If you have questions for James, you can submit them ahead of time at [email protected].

Getting ready

Our new landlord starter pack for assured periodic tenancies (APTs) is the place to go for all the documents and checklists you need when setting up a new tenancy from 1st May, including our new tenancy agreement, deed of guarantee, holding deposit form, completion notes, compliance checklists, and documents for pets.  

We've also included specific guidance around compliance, including information to support you meet new regulations around advertising, including anti-discrimination requirements. 

Our downloadable start of tenancy checklist will also help you ensure you meet  your obligations and, importantly, secure a signed record from your tenants confirming this.

More information

  • To visit our Renters' Rights Hub, packed with information and resources to help you manage the transition, click here.   
  • We have also developed an exclusive Navigator tool, offering you your personalised "to-do list” tailored to your needs, which can be accessed here.    
  • The NRLA's award-winning training academy runs a comprehensive Renters' Rights Act training offer. Click here to book your place. 

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Sally Walmsley
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Magazine and Digital Editor

Sally is the Magazine and Digital Editor for the NRLA. With 20 years’ experience writing for regional and national newspapers and magazines she is responsible for editing our members' magazine 'Property', producing our articles for our news site, the weekly and monthly bulletins and editorial content for our media partners.