23 June 2026 – 2-4pm
Where – Zoom
The Domestic Abuse (Protection)(Scotland) Act 2021 will come into force on 1st August 2026. This session follows on from our session earlier this year, providing you with a general overview of the 2021 act and implications for the sector.
The Scottish Government published guidance on 8 June 2026 on the terms of the 2021 act, which provides further insight into the handling of domestic abuse issues and working with the new ground for recovery of possession.
What This Session Will Cover
• The Domestic Abuse (Protection)(Scotland) Act 2021
• Review of the Scottish Government guidance
• The challenges that social landlords may face
• Working with the act and guidance
This session is aimed at housing management staff but will also be potentially relevant to other staff teams.
Introducing Our Speaker
Alastair McKendrick, Head of our litigation team, is an accredited specialist in Housing and Residential Tenancy Law. He has extensive experience in housing matters and manages a wide variety of cases including construction, contract and property disputes for RSLs, letting agents and private landlords.
Please note that there are two options when booking – a delegate only booking fee or delegate plus template Domestic Abuse Policy booking fee which will give you access to our style Policy we have compiled.
Booking a place
If you wish to register your interest, please complete the booking form and return to: