Landlord lobbying leads to ‘no-fault’ evictions ban being delayed indefinitely
The BBC reports that Ministry of Justice data shows no-fault evictions in England between April and June this year increased by 41%, compared to the same period in 2022.
The BBC reports that Ministry of Justice data shows no-fault evictions in England between April and June this year increased by 41%, compared to the same period in 2022.
‘If a landlord wants to sell the property, or move themselves or a family member into it, they should be required to compensate the tenant for the loss of their home.’
High prices are a barrier to home ownership, but no party has explained how it is going to reduce them and what the consequences of that may be.
‘Labour must offer a social housing funding mechanism that not only provides new supply, but tackles the systemic need for rehabilitation of existing stock.’
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