Homelessness letters index
An index to my suite of letters for homeless officers is now available.
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New section 21 form
The form landlords must use when serving notice under section 21 has been updated. The revised Form 6A should be used by landlords om England from 1 June 2019.
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Letting fees ban and new tenancy deposit rules
The Tenant Fees Act 2019 has changed the law about fees people can be asked to pay when seeking privately rented accommodation in England.
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New guidance on domestic abuse and allocations
Supplementary guidance has been issued to councils in England concerning the allocation of social housing to victims of domestic abuse.
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Housing Law Handbook - 4th edition
A new edition of Diane Astin's excellent 'Housing Law Handbook' has been published by Legal Action Group.
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Possession procedure, HMOs and section 21 notices
Changes come into force today that affect the ending and regulation of tenancies.
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Guide for public authorities on the duty to refer
A guide has been issued for public authorities in England who, from 1 October, are subject to a duty to offer a referral to service users who may be homeless or threatened with homelessness.
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