As you will know if you follow this blog, since June (2012) I have been setting out my thoughts on housing law and the private rented sector, and giving some suggestions for reform. That series … [Read more...]
Housing Law – the bigger picture – conclusions (2)
This has been a long journey. It started with me picking up on a report which said that current statistics indicate that the private rented sector is set to house a considerably higher proportion of … [Read more...]
Housing Law – the bigger picture – conclusions (1)
Before I start considering recommendations, first I want to take a look at the chief objection that has been made by landlords to this series - the necessity to do anything at all. “There is no … [Read more...]
Housing Law – the bigger picture – longer fixed terms (3)
Earlier in this series on housing law, I suggested that there are two types of tenant - Those who want long term security of tenure, and Those who do not want to be tied down, and want the option … [Read more...]
Housing Law – the bigger picture – bad tenants (2)
In previous articles in this series I have discussed the changes taking place in housing - the greater part that the private rented sector is expected to play, with fewer people able to buy their own … [Read more...]
Housing Law – the bigger picture – bad tenants (1)
Over the past few weeks in this housing law series I have been exploring the question of longer fixed terms. There is no doubt that some tenants, mainly older tenants and those with families, would … [Read more...]