The professional body
for the property sector

Propertymark has provided the Welsh Government with clear evidence on how short-term and holiday lets affect housing supply, communities and the work of property agents in response to the latest plans for the regulation of self-catering visitor accommodation.

The Sentencing Council has launched a 12-week public consultation on new sentencing guidelines for housing offences, including unlawful eviction, unlawful harassment, Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and housing standards breaches. For property agents, the proposals underline the importance of compliance, record-keeping and professional standards and present a clear opportunity to influence how the guidance is shaped.

Insight shows a market that remains resilient but measured, with steady new listings, slightly softer sales, and easing inflation, offering cautious optimism. While buyer conditions show signs of balance, demand in the rental market continues to outstrip supply, keeping affordability pressures firmly in focus.