📢 Bill to ban Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions is to be published in Parliament today! 🏛️
The previous Conservative government failed to fulfill its promise to abolish Section 21 notices, but the new Labour government appears committed to delivering on this issue.
📢The Bill to Ban Section 21 ‘No Fault’ Evictions is Set to Be Published in Parliament Today! 🏛️
Earlier today, the Government confirmed that “no-fault evictions” will be prohibited, giving renters more protection and security 🛡️ through this historic legislation designed to balance the rights of tenants and landlords ⚖️.
🏠 Key Points of the Renters' Rights Bill
- Abolishes Section 21 no-fault evictions for both new and existing tenancies ✅
- Extends Awaab’s Law to the private rented sector 🏘️
- Ends blanket bans on renters with children 👶 or those on benefits 💰
- Introduces the Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector (PRS) for the first time 🏡
💬 Industry Reaction
Propertymark has voiced its concerns about the proposed changes, particularly because there has been no commitment to tackle court backlogs 📅.
Timothy Douglas, Head of Policy and Campaigns at Propertymark, expressed these concerns:
“While Propertymark understands the push for improved standards, the UK Government must fully recognize the impact of these changes. Agents across the country are wondering how this legislation will meet the high demand for rental housing 🏘️.”