šØ 5 key changes for tenants from 1st May 2026 š
The new Renters' Rights Act means:
1. Landlords can no longer evict tenants through no-fault evictions - they need a valid reason.
No more bidding wars - landlords canāt ask for more than the advertised rent price.
Landlords can only ask for a maximum of one monthās rent upfront.
Landlords canāt just say no to pets - they must consider requests reasonably.
No more fixed-term tenancy contracts. Rolling contracts will give more flexibility.
Find out more at gov.uk/government/publicatioā¦
Planning to take your pet to the EU? š¾
The EU rules for travelling with pets from Great Britain have changed.
Find out further information and guidance here: gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroaā¦
ALT The image contains text stating that the rules on EU pet passports have changed. EU pet passports can now only be issued to owners living in the EU. Those in Great Britain will need an Animal Health Certificate when traveling to the EU, even if they have an existing EU pet passport. An icon of a person holding a passport is present.
ALT Blue informational graphic with text about travel from Great Britain to the EU. It mentions needing a new AHC for every trip, valid for up to six months for onward travel and return. Includes an icon of a document and a cat.
ALT A person walking a dog with text about pet travel regulations to the EU, mentioning if someone else is taking your pet into the EU, they need written authorisation from you as the owner and your pet must travel within 5 days of you.
ALT Illustration of three red cars beneath text stating: "Non-commercial travel into the EU is now limited to five pets per vehicle, replacing the previous limit of five per person."
With increasing pressure from the public and MPs, itās time for England to follow Wales and Scotland and ban greyhound racing š¾
independent.co.uk/news/uk/hoā¦
Exclusive: England lags behind rest of world by allowing greyhound racing, MPs told, as figures show thousands are put down for reasons such as high vets' bills: independent.co.uk/news/uk/hoā¦
š¾ More for Scotlandās Animals
A Scottish hustings bringing together MSP candidates to set out their approach to animal welfare.
š Edinburgh City Chambers
š 14 April, 6pm
š¤ Chaired by Roo Irvine
Free (reg required):
eventbrite.com/e/more-for-scā¦#animallaw#animalwelfare
Happy Friday folks! What an incredible honour to be chairing the #MoreforScotlandsAnimals hustings this Tuesday 14th April 6pm at Edinburgh City Chambers š If you're an animal lover or all round compassionate soul, come along- last few tickets still available (free!) This is your chance to ask our political parties what they will be doing for animal welfare over the next 5 years šŖMake your vote count- vote for a better future for Scotland's animals š±š¶š¦šššā¤ļø Get your ticket here-
eventbrite.com/e/more-for-scā¦
WEBINAR: Tackling extreme conformation in dogs with the IHA tool: 1-hr session covering how IHA works for vet professionals, how it can be used for engagement with clients & what the future is for the tool. Plus Q&A. To register scan QR code below or email admin@apgaw.org #APDAWG
The image that is so shocking people canāt believe itā¦itās real confirm @rspca_official and itās not shocking to the charityā¦scenes like this are on the riseā¦.
@skynews#uknews
EXC w/ @adampayne26
The government is carrying out a consultation on whether to implement tougher laws on the public sale of fireworks
MPs, including Sarah Owen and @Simon4NDorset, have welcomed the news, with Owen calling it a "huge step forward"
politicshome.com/news/articlā¦
Wouldnāt it be a #GoodIdea if there was a āCentral #Microchip Portalā, linking all 25 compliant databases to a single point of access, available 24/7 for authorised users providing lost pets home contact information instantly. PLS SIGN petition.parliament.uk/petitā¦#MakeChipsCount
Another landmark moment for greyhound welfare! š
The Scottish Parliament has voted to make greyhound racing illegal. 1/6
ALT A person kneels on grass, interacting with Lucian, a fawn greyhound wearing a harness. The setting is outdoors, featuring trees and a wooden fence in the background. Text on the image reads: "A Historic Day for Greyhounds in Scotland!" The Blue Cross logo is visible in the top left corner.
The Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill has passed Stage 3 and will become law!šĀ
We are proud to mark this success alongside @The_Blue_Cross, Scottish SPCA @onekindtweet & #UnboundtheGreyhound.Ā
Thank you to @MarkRuskell and his valued team for progressing the Billš¾
Big win for Greyhounds in Scotland š
The Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill has now passed its final stage and is set to become law!
A massive well done to @markruskell and to all stakeholders involved in this long awaited and important win for greyhounds.š¾
Today's the day we can finally end greyhound racing in Scotland, for good.
Dogs like Kaas - and countless others - deserve so much better.
We're now at the final hurdle. It's time to get this over the line.
greens.scot/news/time-to-endā¦#unboundthegreyhound
ALT Two greyhounds looking at the camera, one on the right with a broken jaw, in front of Mark Ruskell MSP and the Scottish Parliament.
Under the updated law, police now have powers to:
⢠Seize dogs involved in livestock worrying
⢠Enter premises with a warrant
⢠Obtain DNA and other evidence
⢠Recover costs from offenders
⢠Issue unlimited fines through the courts
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