Full list of changes for renters in 'once in a generation' shake-up

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Full list of changes for renters in 'once in a generation' shake-up
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Full list of changes for renters in ‘once in a generation’ shake-up – including extra help for households on benefits

Introduction of a new ombudsman

A new Private Renters' Ombudsman will be created to help private renters and landlords settle disputes quickly.which can be expensive for both tenants and landlords.The Government will introduce a new online portal to help landlords understand and comply with their responsibilities.End of 'no-fault' evictions

So-called no-fault evictions will be banned, meaning landlords won't be able to repossess a shorthold tenant's home without giving a good reason.This means privately rented homes will have to meet certain standards, such as being warm, weatherproof and with modern facilities.Landlords will have to consider any request and won't be able to refuse it without a good reason.The Bill will give landlords more rights to evict anti-social tenants.

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