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King’s Speech Confirms Housing Reform Bills

King’s Speech Confirms Housing Reform Bills

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Manifesto for Wales 2026 Published

4th Edition of Service Charge Code Published

TPI Launch 2026 Manifesto for Scotland

King’s Speech Confirms Housing Reform Bills

Today, 13th May 2026, King Charles delivered the second King’s Speech of Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Government, marking the State Opening of Parliament and setting out the Government's legislative programme for the parliamentary session ahead.

13 May 2026
Manifesto for Wales 2026 Published

The Property Institute’s Manifesto for Wales 2026 outlines key reforms to raise standards, improve safety, and support sustainable, well‑managed Welsh homes.

27 April 2026
4th Edition of Service Charge Code Published

17 March 2026
TPI Launch 2026 Manifesto for Scotland

The Property Institute’s Manifesto for Scotland 2026 outlines key reforms to raise standards, improve safety, and support sustainable, well‑managed Scottish homes.

17 February 2026
Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Bill now Published

27 January 2026
Government Confirms Commonhold Bill Delay and Two New Consultations

18 December 2025
New report from Scottish Law Commission: Compulsory owners’ associations

17 December 2025
Awaab’s Law: What It Means for Managing Agents

31 October 2025
Parliament Votes Through Renters’ Rights Bill

23 October 2025
TPI Responds to Government Leaseholder Protections Consultation

11 September 2025