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title: "On Demand Webinar | Countdown to Heat Network Regulation: A Compliance Roadmap for Residential Landlords"
description: Discover key insights and guidance for residential landlords on complying with upcoming heat network regulations starting January 2026. Join our experts for practical advice and compliance strategies.
image: https://blog.switch2.co.uk/hubfs/Lo_res-8691-1.jpg
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Heat network regulation

# On Demand Webinar | Countdown to Heat Network Regulation: A Compliance Roadmap for Residential Landlords

Matt Hawkins

October 21, 2025

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#### Countdown to Heat Network Regulation: A Compliance Roadmap for Residential Landlords

This webinar is the first in a series of three webinars  designed to prepare heat network operators, landlord and managing agents for the regulations which take effect as of January 2026.   
   
In this webinar, speakers from Switch2, Freeths LLP and Ofgem clarify new legal and operational requirements, and provide practical guidance on compliance, consumer protections and technical standards, to help stakeholders prepare for the transition to regulation.

#### Agenda:

- Setting the scene: the road to regulation
- Legal & governance implications for landlords and operators
- Practical compliance: Becoming 'Regulation Ready'
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Summary and Q&A

#### Speakers

**Ian Allan** - Head of Market Strategy, Switch2  
**Rhianna Wilsher** - Partner, Freeths LLP  
**Jennifer Hampton **- Heat Networks Shadow Regulation Team Manager, Ofgem

 

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