How are renting and eviction rules changing?
Published On Mar 26, 2023, 7:05 PM
The UK government is proposing the Renters' Rights Bill, which aims to eliminate no-fault evictions, a trend that has led to over 26,000 such cases since 2019. The legislation will allow tenants a 12-month protected period post-agreement, barring evictions unless landlords have specific ground. Rent increases will be limited to once annually and must reflect the market average to prevent bidding wars. Furthermore, landlords who refuse tenants with children, pets, or those on benefits would face discrimination charges, establishing more rights and protections for renters.