Renters' Rights Bill Fails to Protect Tenants
A landlord compliance expert, Des Taylor from Landlord Licensing & Defence, warns that the Renters' Rights Bill is being mis-sold to the public as protecting tenants, but instead is protecting council budgets through tougher civil penalties.
The Renters' Rights Bill isn't about protecting tenants, it's about protecting council budgets.
Under the bill, landlords could face waiting 12 to 16 months to gain back possession of their property, while councils will increase their income through tougher regulations. The final version of the bill has been approved by MPs and will now head to Royal Assent.
According to Mr Taylor, the reality of the bill is very different from what the Labour government claims it to be.
- The bill prioritizes council budgets over tenant protection.
- Landlords may face lengthy waiting periods to regain property possession.
- Councils will benefit from increased income through tougher regulations.
Author's summary: Expert warns Renters' Rights Bill prioritizes council budgets.