A landlord compliance expert claims the Renters' Rights Bill prioritizes council budgets over tenant protection.
The Renters' Rights Bill isn't about protecting tenants, it's about protecting council budgets.
Des Taylor from Landlord Licensing & Defence warns that landlords may face 12 to 16 months of waiting to regain possession of their property under the bill, while councils will benefit from increased income through stricter regulations.
Despite MPs approving the final version of the bill, Mr Taylor argues that its true purpose differs from the Labour government's claims.
Key concerns include tougher civil penalties, which may ultimately harm landlords rather than support tenants.