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Renters (Reform) Bill

Proceeding contribution from Rachel Maclean (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Monday, 23 October 2023. It occurred during Debate on bills on Renters (Reform) Bill.

I will make progress, because I have limited time and I must address the points that have been put to me.

First, it is right that antisocial behaviour is a discretionary ground. Judges must decide on the circumstances of a case. Having formerly been Minister with responsibility for safeguarding and domestic abuse, I completely understand the importance of taking such serious issues into account and striking the right balance between tenants and landlords. I was asked whether local authorities will have funding to carry out their enforcement duties. Of course they will have that new burdens funding, as they would with any Government legislation.

I was asked about blanket bans on benefit claimants and families with children, and I make it very clear that we are committed to outlawing the unacceptable practice of such blanket bans. We are carefully considering how to get these measures right. This is a significant reform, as I think all Members understand. We must do it in the right way, while ensuring that landlords rightly have the final say on who they rent their properties to.

About this proceeding contribution

Reference

738 cc694-5 

Session

2022-23

Chamber / Committee

House of Commons chamber
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