Author: Contend Legal
Can My Landlord Evict Me for Complaining or Requesting Repairs?
Understanding Retaliatory Eviction Retaliatory eviction happens when a landlord tries to evict a tenant simply because the tenant has complained about problems in their home or has asked for repairs to be carried out. This type of eviction is often called “revenge eviction”, and it is considered both unfair and illegal in many situations. In…
Retaliatory Eviction: Legal Overview for UK Tenants
What Is Retaliatory Eviction? Retaliatory eviction happens when a landlord tries to remove a tenant from their home because the tenant has complained about issues with the property, asked for repairs, or asserted their legal rights. In simple terms, if you report problems like damp, faulty heating, or unsafe conditions, and your landlord responds by…
Discriminatory Eviction: Common Examples and Your Rights as a Tenant
What is Discriminatory Eviction? Discriminatory eviction is when a landlord tries to evict a tenant because of a personal characteristic that is protected by law. In the UK, this is illegal under the Equality Act 2010, Section 4, which sets out clear rules to prevent unfair treatment in housing. The law protects people from discrimination…
Discriminatory Eviction: UK Legal Overview
What is Discriminatory Eviction? Discriminatory eviction happens when a landlord tries to remove a tenant from their home because of a protected characteristic, such as race, gender, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation. Under UK law, specifically the Equality Act 2010, it is illegal for landlords to treat tenants unfairly or evict them based on…
Challenging an Eviction: Legal Overview
Understanding Eviction and Your Rights Eviction is the legal process by which a landlord seeks to end your tenancy and require you to leave your home. In the UK, landlords must follow strict rules and procedures set out by law, such as those in the Housing Act 1988 and the Protection from Eviction Act 1977.…
Eviction for Unpaid Rent: Your Rights and What to Do About Arrears
Understanding Eviction for Unpaid Rent If you fall behind on your rent, you may be at risk of eviction due to rent arrears. Rent arrears simply means you owe your landlord money because you have missed one or more rent payments. Even if you miss just one payment, your landlord can start the eviction process,…
Your Rights if Facing Eviction by the Council or Housing Association
Introduction to Eviction by the Council or Housing Association Facing eviction from your council or housing association home can be a stressful and uncertain experience. In the UK, “eviction” means being legally required to leave your home, usually after the landlord – here, the council or a housing association – has followed a set process…
Eviction Law in the UK: An Overview
What is Eviction? Eviction is the legal process by which a landlord removes a tenant from a property. In the UK, eviction can only take place under specific circumstances and must follow strict legal procedures set out in laws such as the Housing Act 1988 and the Protection from Eviction Act 1977. Landlords may seek…
How to Legally Leave a Tenancy Early in the UK: Your Rights Explained
Understanding Your Tenancy Agreement A fixed-term tenancy is a rental agreement that lasts for a set period, usually six or twelve months. During this time, both you and your landlord are generally committed to honouring the terms of the contract. This means you’re expected to pay rent and look after the property until the end…
Ending Your Tenancy: Legal Overview
Introduction to Ending Your Tenancy Ending a tenancy agreement in the UK means bringing your rental contract to a close, whether you’re a tenant or a landlord. This process is governed by specific legal rules, such as those set out in the Housing Act 1988 and the relevant terms of your tenancy agreement. Understanding your…
