Aim for no-fault eviction ban to be in place by summer

Published On Sep 10, 2024, 10:13 PM

The UK government is working on a Renters' Rights Bill aimed at banning no-fault evictions, which will likely be introduced next summer. The bill seeks to enhance tenant protections, including a prohibition on rental bidding wars and measures to prevent unreasonable rent increases. Renter groups have welcomed the bill while expressing the need for further work to tackle rent hikes. Landlords have voiced concerns about adequate preparation time and potential impacts on rental supply. Other proposals within the bill include extending rights for tenants on pets and ensuring timely remedies for housing issues like damp and mould.