Property Managers Association https://propertymanagersassociation.com Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:21:27 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.12 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/favicon-2-150x150.png Property Managers Association https://propertymanagersassociation.com 32 32 Retail Property CPD & Networking https://propertymanagersassociation.com/retail-property-cpd-networking/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:37 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10355

Key Issues Ahead

Topics will include:
  • Fire separation in retail premises – understanding your duties and how to bring landlords and neighbouring occupiers on the journey
  • Martyn’s Law – what retailers need to know and the plans that should be put in place
  • TUPE – key issues for retailers expanding or reducing their portfolios
  • EPC/MEES – considerations for retailers following the Clipper Logistics case
  • Keep Open clauses – what are your obligations and what happens if you don’t comply?
  • Failed service – service of 1954 Act notices following Lamba v Enfield

Event Details

  • Thursday 12th March 2026
  • 4:00–5:00pm – Networking and welcome refreshments
  • 5:00–7:00pm – CPD session
  • From 7:00pm – Further networking with refreshments and food

Venue:

Womble Bond Dickinson
4 More London Place
London, SE1 2AU
 
]]> Annual Xmas lunch 2024 raising £5,000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/annual-xmas-lunch-2024-raising-5000/ Sat, 08 Mar 2025 12:00:43 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10040

Spread a Smile receives generous support from The PMA’s annual Christmas lunch, raising £5,000 for the charity

Spread a Smile, the charity that brings joy and laughter to seriously ill children and young people in NHS hospitals and hospices across the UK, received a generous donation in December, for the second consecutive year, from The PMA (Property Managers Association) who raised the money at their annual Christmas Lunch, which took place at the Andaz, London, and was sponsored by Property Plus and Instavolt.

A tremendous £5,000 was raised at the event via a raffle and live auction, expertly hosted by comedian Dominic Holland. The event was attended by representatives from some of the UK’s largest retailers, including, Holland & Barrett, Lush, Greggs, EE, Sainsbury’s, TK Maxx,  Loungers, River Island and Halfords and offered a special afternoon of giving back to a meaningful cause.

Lucy Jackson, Chief Executive of Spread a Smile, joined members of the charity’s fundraising team at the event where she spoke on the night, sharing detail on the charity’s mission and the profound impact its work has on seriously ill children and their families. The money raised at the lunch will support the delivery of 167 bedside visits, where Spread a Smile’s entertainers bring joy and comfort to children during hospital stays, helping to alleviate the anxiety and pain of serious illness.

“Partnering with Spread a Smile as our chosen charity has been an incredibly rewarding experience for the PMA. Their dedication to bringing joy and support to seriously ill children and their families is truly inspiring and we are proud to support their mission. It has been a privilege to work alongside such a passionate and compassionate team.”

Lucy Jackson, Chief Executive of Spread a Smile, commented, “As a charity, Spread a Smile relies on the generosity of our supporters and partners to continue our vital work spreading smiles to seriously ill children, young people, and their families. Thanks to The PMA and the incredible guests at their annual lunch, we’ll be able to deliver even more bedside visits, providing fun and happiness during the darkest of times.”

Spread a Smile’s mission is to bring joy and laughter to as many seriously ill children as possible across the UK, whether in NHS hospitals, clinical settings, hospices, or their own homes.

About Spread a Smile
Since its founding in 2013, Spread a Smile has built a reputation for its compassionate work, enhancing the wellbeing of seriously ill children through in-person and virtual visits. With a range of entertainers – from magicians and musicians to artists, fairies, and therapy dogs – the charity aims to improve the hospital experience for young patients and their families. Additionally, the charity provides family-focused events to foster precious time together outside of hospital settings.

In 2024-25, Spread a Smile will deliver over 13,200 in-person bedside visits and over 2,640 virtual visits across 37 NHS hospitals and six hospice partners, with plans to expand to 45 partners this year. 

Social Media Links:
Website: spreadasmile.org
Instagram: @spreadasmileuk
Facebook: Spread a Smile UK
Twitter: @spreadasmileuk
LinkedIn: Spread a Smile UK

]]> Nottingham Trent University Conference 2026 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/nottingham-trent-university-conference-2026/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:00:36 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10348

The Future of the High Street: Problems and Opportunities

📅 Date: Tuesday 25 February 2026

🕛 Time: 10:00 – 14:00

📍Location: Nottingham Trent University

Please email general@propertymanagersassociation.com to register.

Agenda
]]> 2025 Recap & Reflect and Outlook for 2026 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/2025-recap-reflect-and-outlook-for-2026/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 15:15:39 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10325
Date: 21 January 2026
Time: 3:15pm arrival for coffee and networking
          3:30pm event start – finishing by 17.00 followed by drinks at a local pub
Location: Lush, 67–71 Beak Street, Soho, London, W1F 9SW
About the event
This session is an opportunity to connect with fellow members and reflect on the key themes of 2025, while looking ahead to the challenges and opportunities of 2026.
  • Kabir Seehra (Teneo) will share insights on the current economic position, a wider overview of Christmas 2025, and what to expect from the customer in 2026.
  • Kerry Northfold (Vedra Group) will discuss lease negotiation and optimisation.
  • Jonny Lees (Teneo) will explore the current market in CVAs, Part 26A, and other effective restructuring tools.
]]> Christmas Lunch 2025 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/christmas-lunch-2025/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:20 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10099

Core Sponsors: to be confirmed 

Thursday 18th December

New Venue:

London Hilton Park Lane

Formal sit down Lunch – 12noon – 5pm

Comedian

Sponsored Evening Drinks – 5pm onwards 

Round tables of 10 available to purchase or individual tickets on a mixed retailer table

Lunch package – £Price to be confirmed

Price Includes the following:

  • 1 x glass of prosecco on arrival (cash bar)
  • Three course set lunch menu 
  • Half a bottle of wine per person
  • Water, Tea & Coffee
  • Sponsored After Drinks Reception
  • Entertainment

Additional Table wines – available to purchase at additional cost.

Raising funds for Charity (charity to be confirmed)

Sponsorship opportunities available,  please email: general@propertymanagersassociation.com.

]]> Insurance Premium Calculations https://propertymanagersassociation.com/insurance-premium-calculations/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:54 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10296

LONDON TROCADERO

The recent High Court judgment in London Trocadero v Picturehouse has put a spotlight on the insurance premium calculations that sit beneath recharge calculations demanded by commercial landlords.

We’ll provide an overview of the case, consider the practical implications, and try to provide an answer to the question; when is (and isn’t) a landlord permitted to receive commission for placing your property insurance.

More info to follow!

]]> ‘Meet the Arbitrator’ Online Event https://propertymanagersassociation.com/meet-the-arbitrator-online-event/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:00:56 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10232

With Nick Fellows and Douglas Stevens.

Time and details to be confirmed.

]]> Round Table Session with Browne Jacobson https://propertymanagersassociation.com/round-table-session-with-browne-jacobson/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:30:25 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10093

Nottingham

Thursday 16th October –  2.30pm onwards

Open to all PMA members

Limited numbers – 30 Places available

Event qualifies for CPD

Registration
]]> Upwards Only Rent Reviews https://propertymanagersassociation.com/upwards-only-rent-reviews/ Mon, 07 Oct 2024 16:44:41 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10269

The PMA and Womble Bond Dickinson invite you to a discussion on the proposed ban on Upwards Only Rent Reviews and its likely impact on retail leases.

We’ll be joined by a guest speaker Brian O’Callaghan from Irish law firm William Fry, who will share valuable insights into historic impacts of a similar ban introduced in Ireland in 2010. 

Womble Bond Dickinson
4 More London Place, London, SE1 2AU & remote

7th October 2025 at 1pm

Download Slides
]]> PMA 50th Anniversary Celebration & Awards https://propertymanagersassociation.com/pma-50th-anniversary-celebration-awards/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:00:03 +0000 https://propertymanagersassociation.com/?p=10083

The Control Room – Battersea Power Station

Event from 5pm – midnight

Organised Tours of the original Control Room at Battersea Power Station – Pre-Book only – email: louise@srevents.co.uk to reserve your place

Celebrating 50 years of the PMA

Food and Drinks will be provided

Awards

Open to ALL PMA Members free of charge

Registration
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