Following the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act in England, two important provisions are now coming into effect in Wales under the devolved Welsh Government.
On Tuesday, 26 May, The Guild of Property Professionals will host a meeting with its Welsh Members to help prepare them for the impact of the Renters’ Rights Act and the wider implications for the Welsh lettings sector. The meeting follows the publication of The Renting Homes (Miscellaneous Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2026: guidance for landlords, which was released in late April.
The amendments, due to come into force on 1st June 2026, introduce provisions designed to prevent landlords from discriminating against contract-holders who have children or who receive welfare benefits.
In the lead-up to the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force, The Guild of Property Professionals launched a comprehensive webinar series to support its network and ensure Members are fully up to speed with the latest regulatory changes. The webinars were hosted by Paul Offley, Compliance Officer at The Guild, alongside Tanya Pearson, Senior Account Manager, who brings extensive lettings knowledge and frontline experience.
The latest meeting once again demonstrates how The Guild is supporting its network to prepare for legislative changes impacting the sector. With significant developments taking place across the lettings industry this year, agents must fully understand the implications of the changes in order to provide informed guidance to both landlords and tenants.
Paul Offley, Compliance Officer at The Guild of Property Professionals, said: “The pace of legislative change within the lettings sector continues to accelerate, and it is vital that agents remain informed and prepared. The new Welsh regulations introduce important protections for tenants, and agents need to understand both the practical and compliance implications for landlords.
“At The Guild, our focus is on giving Members the clarity, confidence and practical support they need to navigate these changes successfully. Through our webinars, training sessions and Member meetings, we are ensuring agents have access to the latest guidance so they can continue to deliver professional, compliant advice to landlords and tenants alike.”
In supporting its Members, The Guild aims to remove uncertainty, help agents prioritise what matters most, and provide confidence through practical guidance and actionable steps to ensure compliance.
The Guild remains committed to equipping its network with the knowledge and resources needed to adapt to ongoing legislative reform and maintain the highest professional standards across the property sector.
