LoginEnforcing Against Landlords Involved in Organised Crime: What Can You Do?
Participants will explore the legislative powers available across different departments and learn how a coordinated, multi-agency approach can be used to tackle complex cases more effectively. The session examines current enforcement gaps, discusses strategies for disrupting criminal activity, and highlights the importance of intelligence gathering and information sharing. Participants will also consider innovative approaches to enforcement by combining powers from multiple regulatory disciplines to achieve better outcomes.
Who is this course suitable for:
This course is aimed at officers who are local authority enforcement officers working in Trading Standards, environmental health, housing, planning, building control, waste management and social services who are new to landlord enforcement, as well as practitioners working in related enforcement areas where criminality may overlap, including:
• Tobacco and vape enforcement
• Modern slavery investigations
• HMO inspections and licensing
• Community safety and anti-social behaviour work
What you will learn
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Understand the enforcement powers available across local authority functions
- Identify opportunities for collaborative and multi-agency interventions
- Recognise enforcement gaps and alternative methods of disruption
- Appreciate the role of intelligence sharing in risk assessment and decision making
- Explore creative and effective enforcement solutions using a range of statutory powers
Our Trainer
Alison Farrar, Senior Manager at the National Trading Standards Estate Agency Team (NTSEAT)
Alison leads the Jigsaw programme, which is supporting local authority teams in preparing for the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act. She is a CTSI Lead Officer for Consumer Education and for Property and Lettings, Chair of the CTSI Welsh Branch and the Consumer Empowerment Alliance, and serves on the CTSI Race and Equalities, Policy, and Qualifications panels. Alison also delivers training for Rent Smart Wales and Propertymark members.
Schedules and Booking Details
Available Session:
- Session 1: 8 December 2026
- Session 2: 11 January 2027
- Session 3: 3 February 2027
- Session 4: TBC
- Time: 12:30-14:30 (all sessions)
- RATE: FREE
- LOCATION: via MS Teams
- CPPD: 2 hours
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