Future of the Private Rental Sector Conference 2025
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Overview
The UK Private Rental Sector is undergoing a significant transformation. Legislative changes and shifting market dynamics are causing many landlords to reconsider their portfolios. With the prospect of fewer properties on the market and demand remaining high, the interplay between these new regulations and the market remains to be seen.
This conference will bring together senior-decision makers from local authorities and private housing providers to explore the evolving regulatory landscape and how both the public and private rental sector may mutually benefit.
Key sessions will cover critical policy updates, including the Renters’ (Rights) Bill, the abolition of Section 21 evictions, and the abolition of ASTs. Experts will analyse recent rental market trends, investment considerations, and the economic impact of new regulations. Attendees will gain insights into landlord licensing, enforcement strategies, and how councils can leverage their powers to drive compliance.
Agenda
Registration
Chair’s Opening Remarks
Keynote: Recent Legislative Reforms in the Private Rental Sector
- Analysis of the Renters’ (Rights) Bill and its implications for landlords and tenants.
- Abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions: anticipated challenges and opportunities.
- Introduction of the Decent Homes Standard to the private sector: compliance requirements and timelines.
Keynote: Market Trends and Rental Price Dynamics
- Recent data indicating the first decline in private rents outside London since 2019.
- Factors contributing to rental price fluctuations: supply-demand balance, economic influences, and regional disparities.
- Strategies for landlords and councils to adapt to evolving market conditions.
Keynote: Enhancing Tenant Rights and Protections: benefits and consequences
- Legal implications of banning upfront rent demands and its impact on tenant accessibility.
- Hear about the impact of abolishing ASTs.
- Addressing discrimination: prohibitions on blanket bans against tenants with children or those receiving benefits.
- Strengthening tenant voices: the role of the proposed Private Renters’ Ombudsman.
Questions and Answers
Comfort Break
Case Study: Landlord / Agent Perspectives and Property Management
- Understanding the new grounds for possession and streamlined eviction processes for anti-social behaviour.
- Best practices for maintaining compliance with enhanced property standards.
- Navigating the Property Portal: resources and support for landlords.
Case Study: Local Council Strategies for Enforcement and Support
- Empowering councils with strengthened enforcement powers against non-compliant landlords.
- Implementing the Decent Homes Standard: inspection protocols and support mechanisms.
- Collaborative approaches between councils and landlords to improve housing quality.
Sam Strong, Head of Housing Management, London Borough of Hillingdon (Invited)
Questions & Answers Panel
Lunch Break
Breakout Networking
An opportunity to network with property professionals across the public and private sector.
Case Study: Economic Impacts and Investment Considerations
- Assessing the effects of potential rent control measures on investment in the rental sector.
- Balancing tenant protections with incentives for landlords to invest in property improvements.
- Future outlook: economic forecasts and their potential impact on the rental market.
Case Study: Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in Rental Properties – the Warm Homes Plan
- Understanding & preparing for the potential upcoming regulations on energy efficiency and their implications for rental properties.
- Funding opportunities and incentives for landlords to implement sustainable practices.
- Case studies: successful integration of green technologies in rental accommodation.
Questions & Answers
Comfort Break
Case Study: Strengthening Private-Public Partnerships in the Rental Sector
- Exploring joint initiatives between local authorities and private landlords to increase affordable housing supply.
- Case studies of successful Build-to-Rent and Private Rented Sector (PRS) schemes led by councils.
- Developing long-term partnership frameworks: risk-sharing, incentives, and policy alignment.
Tracy Chambers, Head of Housing and Community, Canterbury City Council (Invited)
Case Study: Licensing, Regulation, and Compliance in the PRS
- Expanding selective licensing schemes: benefits, challenges, and impact on housing quality.
- Ensuring landlord compliance with property standards through better enforcement mechanisms.
- Balancing regulatory burdens with incentives to encourage private sector participation.
Dawn Guster, Housing Officer, Reading Borough Council (Invited)
Questions and Answers
Chairs closing remarks
Conference Close
Previous Speakers
Peter Kemp
Professor of Public Policy
University of Oxford
Chris Norris
Policy Director
NRLA
Judith Banjoko
Director of Services
Shelter
Linda Cobb OBE
DASH Services Manager
DASH/Derby City Council
Ruth Robertson
Acquisition Manager/PRS
Brighton & Hove council
Ben Twomey
Chief Executive
Generation Rent
Testimonials
“Excellent hosting and speakers. very informative.”
“Excellent speakers and professionally managed. Excellent information source.”
“Very informative event, and an array of guest speakers which helped understand how other councils and districts are managing PRS.”
“Online therefore easy to access with restrictions on travel and spending.”
“This was my first online event and I must say that I was very impressed by the knowledge of the speakers and the range of topics covered.”
CouncillorBracknell Forest Council
Why You Should Attend?
✓ Gain key insights from experts from across policy, enforcement, and the private rental sector
✓ Hear the latest developments from across the regulatory landscape and insight on potential impacts on both Renters and the market more broadly
✓ Networking opportunities with speakers and senior colleagues from across the Housing and Rental sector
✓ Gain 8 hours of CPD points towards your yearly quota
Who Should Attend?
| Job Title Example | Organisation Examples |
| Housing Enforcement Officers | Local Councils |
| Policy Leads | Central Government |
| Private Rental Professionals | Private Letting Agencies |
| Housing Developers | Property Development |
Pricing Options
PRIVATE SECTOR
Your delegate place at this leading conference gives you: Full access to the conference; E-guide; Networking opportunities during the day; Access to presentations post conference; 8 CPD Points.
PUBLIC SECTOR
Your delegate place at this leading conference gives you: Full access to the conference; E-guide; Networking opportunities during the day; Access to presentations post conference; 8 CPD Points.
VOLUNTARY SECTOR
Your delegate place at this leading conference gives you: Full access to the conference; E-guide; Networking opportunities during the day; Access to presentations post conference; 8 CPD Points.
Sponsorship
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Virtual vs F2F
Whilst F2F provide better options for networking, there are many distinct advantages of sponsoring our online conferences including:
- Wider geographical reach of delegates and a different audience who prefer online to f2f
- Lower sponsorship package costs
- No travel/accommodation
- Less time out of the office
- No stand materials required (lower costs)
- 1 of only 2 sponsors involved – less competition on the day
- Prime speaking slot in the morning of the conference including Q&A – less distractions and easier for delegates to hear/absorb information
- Receive all delegate data after the conference to follow-up directly with those who attend and don’t attend (small % but still key stakeholders)
- Ongoing exposure via OnDemand access (coming soon)
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