Charlotte Nichols MP votes to end ‘no fault’ evictions

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WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols has voted to end the use of ‘no fault’ evictions as part of the Labour Government’s Renters’ Rights Bill.

The Bill has now passed to the House of Lords.

Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 has allowed landlords to take possession of a rented property without giving a reason. As a result thousands of tenants have lost their homes through no fault of their own.
This Bill will also give millions of tenants additional protections from being evicted, from unfair rent increases and from having to pay rent upfront.

Charlotte said: “My office has seen a significant increase in people contacting me who have been evicted from their home as a result of receiving a Section 21 notice. I have listened to my constituents’ concerns on this issue and I am pleased to support the Government in taking action.
“Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill is bringing real change – ending no-fault evictions, banning bidding wars, and capping upfront rental costs.
“The Renters’ Rights Bill will modernise the regulation of the private rented sector in a way that truly delivers for renters as well as for good landlords, most of whom provide good-quality homes for their tenants.

“The Bill will empower tenants to challenge unfair rent increases that are designed to drive them out. In addition, it will prevent them from being bound by rent review clauses in tenancies. This will put them in a stronger position to challenge unreasonable rent hikes at tribunal.
“Furthermore, the legislation will give renters longer to prepare for rent increases, and allow only one rent increase per year. This will finally end the injustice of economic evictions.
“I’ve also backed amendments to – stop unfair advance rent payments, protect students from early tenancy pressure and support bereaved families.
“According to Shelter no-fault evictions are a major contributing factor to homelessness. Nearly 26,000 households across the UK were at risk from becoming homeless in this way in 2023.
“Many people who are made homeless often turn to social housing but there is already significant demand on the sector. According to Under One Roof who administer Warrington’s social housing applications, there are currently 605 applicants who are in priority need of housing, and a total of 8486 applicants in total. It is hoped this policy will help private tenants stay in their homes.”


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