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Landlord Forums and Newsletters

As part of our commitment to support and preserve the private sector housing market in Argyll and Bute, we are supporting the provision of quarterly Private Landlord Newsletters and regular Private Landlord Forums.

Upcoming Events

Private Landlord Information Event – Monday 24th August 2-4pm 

Argyll and Bute Council and Landlord Accreditation Scotland, in partnership with Safe Deposit Scotland, are excited to invite you to our upcoming free Private Landlord Information Session on Monday, 24th August 2026, from 2pm to 4pm, hosted online via Microsoft Teams.

Bringing together industry specialists, the event will provide an overview of the PRS in Scotland today, a summary of upcoming changes for landlords, and practical steps landlords can take now to prepare for the future. 

Speakers will include: 

  • Elspeth Boyle, Director Landlord Accreditation Scotland 
  • John Blackwood, Chief Executive, Scottish Association of Landlords 
  • Carol Bradburn, Head of Safe Deposits Scotland. 

The session will include discussion surrounding the forthcoming legislative changes affecting the private rented sector, including the implementation of Awaab’s Law and what landlords should be aware of in preparation for the new requirements.  

Places are limited and advance booking is required

Under One Roof: Damp and Mould/ Awaab’s Law Webinar – Tuesday 8th September 10-11am

We are excited to invite you to the upcoming Landlord Webinar on Tuesday 8th September at 10-11am, hosted via Microsoft Teams.  Join us to learn more about the legislative changes that will be coming into force in October.  

The webinar will include an update for landlords surrounding the implications of Awaab’s Law alongside causes of and solutions for different types of damp.  The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session where you will get the opportunity to ask experts about damp and mould related issues. 

More information and the link to sign up for the event is available at: Damp and mould landlords webinar with Argyll and Bute Council | Under One Roof

Landlord Accreditation Scotland: Ending a Tenancy, The Legislation Online Course – 8th September 2pm-3.15pm

Landlord Accreditation Scotland is delighted to offer landlords registered with Argyll and Bute Council the opportunity to attend an online webinar on 8th September 2026. This webinar provides landlords with the opportunity to understand the topic in more detail or act as a refresher on the subject, bringing knowledge on changes to legislation and best practice up to date. 

Alongside providing practical guidance, the webinars are delivered by LAS tutors who are highly experienced and knowledgeable in private rented sector matters and are on hand to address your questions and concerns. The webinars available from LAS cover all landlord responsibilities and are updated in line with ever changing legislation.

Find out more and book your place

 

Quarterly Private Landlord Newsletters

You can sign up to our quarterly private landlord newsletters via the Council’s Keep in the Loop service, by signing up and ensuring you select the Private Landlord Newsletter option. 

A copy of the newsletters will also be hosted on this web page. 

Private Landlord Forums

We will be hosting regular Private Landlord Forums, based on what you have told us you want to hear about. These will be advertised via the regular newsletters detailed above and will also be recorded and made available via this web page for anyone who cannot attend. 

Landlord Webinar – 10 March 2026

SafeDeposits Scotland hosted a webinar on 10th March 2026,  focusing on what deposit schemes are, how to use them, the repayment process, how to navigate disputes (including through the Alternative Dispute Resolution process), and how to complete inventories and check-out inspection reports.

Landlord Forum – 23rd February 2026

This Forum focused on Property Maintenance and Repairs, Landlord Registration, and Welfare Rights and Benefits. You can find recordings of the presentations from this Forum below, as well as answers to questions asked during the meeting.

Questions and Answers 

Under One Roof – A presentation on navigating property maintenance and repair for landlords with tenement properties

Landlord Registration - A presentation on the landlord registration process 

Welfare Rights – A presentation from the Council’s Welfare Rights Team, including information on the Local Housing Allowance, Direct Housing Payments, and Alternative Payment Arrangements

Argyll and Bute Citizens Advice Bureau (ABCAB) – A presentation on the wide variety of support available for tenants and landlords through the ABCAB service

Landlord Forum - 19th November 2025

Under One Roof held a webinar for Argyll and Bute landlords on 19th November 2025, in relation to navigating building repairs and maintenance.

Landlord Forum - 28th August 2025 - focused on Grants and Home Energy Efficiency.

Home Energy Scotland – A presentation on support available for Landlords through Home Energy Scotland

Argyll and Bute Council Home Energy Efficiency Project - A presentation on support available for Landlords administered via Argyll & Bute Council

Argyll and Bute Council Scheme of Assistance – An update on the recently reviewed Scheme of Assistance for private sector properties, and what support is available to Landlords through this

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