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People at risk of losing their home are set to benefit from enhanced legal support following a consultation launched by the government today (4 October 2019).
New code provides support to shops and local firms planning their future recovery with their landlord.
Private renting as a tenant - repairs, rent increases and arrears, settling disputes, deposits and your rights and responsibilities.
FCDO travel advice for Spain. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
How to apply for a housing association home, types of tenancy agreement and the Right to Acquire
This letter notifies local authorities of the extension of emergency measures regarding notice periods which came into force 29 August 2020.
Information relating to the Renters (Reform) Bill which was introduced to Parliament on 17 May 2023.
Guidance for creditors of a debt that has been placed in a ‘breathing space’.
Help to understand debts and deductions taken from Universal Credit payments and who to contact about your debts and deductions if you're struggling financially.
A tenancy agreement is a contract between you and a landlord - ending a tenancy, changing a tenancy, tenancy types and assured shorthold tenancies
Ban on commercial evictions extended to 30 June and bailiff enforced eviction ban extended to 31 May to protect residential tenants.
This consultation seeks views on implementing the government’s decision to remove Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 and improving section 8 eviction grounds.
Your council must help if you’re legally homeless or will become homeless within 8 weeks. Help may include advice, emergency housing or longer-term housing.
The legal process of repossession, including what your mortgage lender must do, repossession hearings, possession orders and help with legal costs
Extra support to house rough sleepers and ban on bailiff enforced evictions extended.
Renters will continue to be supported during the ongoing national lockdown restrictions, with an extension to the ban on bailiff evictions.
Information and useful services for veterans seeking housing advice and support.
Renting a room in your home out - Rent a Room Scheme, types of tenancy or licence, rent, bills, tax and ending a letting
This supports the government’s decision to review measures on commercial lease evictions established by section 82 of the Coronavirus Act 2020.
Information about legal aid available for people facing the loss of their home.
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