Rental reform: what it means for landlords and tenants
A new reform bill promises greater protection from eviction, but it could push up housing costs. Here’s what you need to know
The Renters (Reform) Bill is designed to deliver “quality, affordability, and fairness”
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The Sunday Times
The biggest reform to the rental sector in a generation promises greater protections for millions of tenants, but experts say that it will push up the cost of renting.
The long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill finally made its way to parliament last week alongside a pledge by the housing secretary Michael Gove to deliver “quality, affordability, and fairness” for tenants.
It could be years before the rules come into effect, but here’s what the bill could mean for you.
Greater protection from eviction
At the heart of the reform is the promise to ban no-fault evictions — technically known as section 21 evictions — and to protect tenants from being told to leave their home if they challenge rent rises or complain about poor conditions. But
