The purpose of The Renters’ (Reform) Bill* that was introduced to Parliament this week, sets out the government’s plans to fundamentally reform the private rented sector, including abolishing section 21 “no fault evictions”.
While of course the devil is always in the detail, on this 1st reading, the Bill is specifically directed at landlords in the private rented sector and is not relevant to almshouses which, of course, operate under charity law.
We will, however, continue to monitor Government Bills such as this whilst maintaining good communication with MPs and Civil Servants and we will, of course, keep you advised of changes that may impact your almshouses.
*Long title “A Bill to make provision changing the law about rented homes, including provision abolishing fixed term assured tenancies and assured shorthold tenancies; imposing obligations on landlords and others in relation to rented homes and temporary and supported accommodation; and for connected purposes.”
Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities
posted 18 May 2023