13 Nov 2025
With winter approaching and many people trying to reduce their heating bills, there will be concerns about tenants adequately heating properties to prevent the risk of burst pipes and damage from condensation. With this in mind SAL, members may wish to contact their...12 Nov 2025
SAL is delighted to announce some new appointments to its board of directors. SAL chair, Stephen Peasnall, writes “On behalf of SAL, I am delighted to welcome Laura Mearns and John Davidson to our board of directors. Laura and John join Penny Coburn who also recently... 
24 Oct 2025
By HMRC From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will transform how self-employed individuals and landlords manage their tax. In fact, it’s the biggest change to Income Tax since HMRC launched Self Assessment more than 30 years ago. ... 
24 Oct 2025
CIH Scotland is undertaking research with housing professionals and tenants working and living in the private rented sector (PRS). A well-functioning PRS is essential to the overall functioning of the housing system, providing dynamic, accessible housing to... 
24 Oct 2025
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUA) became law on 19 June 2025 and, once implemented, will make changes to the UK’s data protection framework. The UK Government is taking a ‘staged’ approach to introducing the changes, with most expected to take effect in... 
24 Oct 2025
The Scottish Government has recently published draft legislation to reform energy performance certificates (EPCs) in Scotland.From 31st October 2026, EPCs will include a new Heat Retention Rating, showing how well the property retains heat. It is expected that future... 