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This conference will focus on next steps for the private rented sector in England and implications of the Renters' Rights Bill currently progressing through Parliament.
It is bringing stakeholders and policymakers together to discuss the direction of government policy and potential impacts of proposals in the Bill on housing standards, tenant welfare, landlords, and security, as well as the effects on the supply of private sector rental properties. Delegates will examine concerns and priorities of renters, landlords, developers, and local communities in light of the proposed changes.
Areas for discussion include proposed measures such as the incorporation of Awaab’s Law, introduction of the Decent Homes Standard as well as the new Private Renters’ Ombudsman and proposed National Landlords Register.
Sessions will consider challenges related to the abolition of Section 21 'no-fault' evictions, the introduction of minimum housing standards under Awaab's Law, and the legal requirements for landlords to accept tenants with children or those on benefits. Attendees will also consider how to balance enhancing tenant protections with maintaining a sustainable private rental market.
Further discussion is expected on how proposals might influence broader government objectives, including housebuilding targets and efforts to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping. The seminar will also explore regional perspectives and the specific implications for student housing.
With the agenda currently in the drafting stage, overall areas for discussion include:
- Renters' Rights Bill:
- assessing proposed measures - Awaab’s Law and the Decent Homes Standard - the new Private Renters’ Ombudsman - proposed National Landlords Register
- impact on housing standards - tenant welfare and security improvements - implications for private rental sector sustainability - strategies for effective implementation
- Section 21 abolition: impact of ending 'no-fault' evictions - implementation challenges - options for court reform to support efficient dispute resolution
- housing standards: implementation of Awaab's Law - enforcement strategies for minimum housing standards - addressing challenges for landlords in compliance
- landlords: assessing concerts regarding effects on rental market supply - implications of increased costs and administrative burdens - options for landlord engagement and incentives
- tenants: priorities for putting in place protections - enhancing security and welfare - options for additional measures like rent controls - potential impacts on homelessness prevention
- students: assessing impacts on accommodation - concerns over tenancy lengths and market viability - options for exemptions and specific provisions
- legal considerations: obligations to accept tenants with children or on benefits - addressing potential resistance from landlords - ensuring fair access to housing
- policy objectives: alignment with housebuilding targets - impact on tackling homelessness and rough sleeping - considering long-term policy implications
- regional variation: assessing differing approaches across regions - learning from devolved administrations like Scotland - assessing local authority capabilities
- court system reforms: capacity to handle increased disputes - strategies for fair and efficient eviction processes - resource allocation for effective implementation
