Eviction lawyers are a crucial part of the UK’s rental sector and are set to become more so in the upcoming months. With a new Renters Reform Bill on the horizon, it’s important to understand how changes to eviction law could affect the rental sector and what this could mean both for tenants and landlords.

Eviction in the UK

First things first, it’s important to understand how eviction currently works in the UK. At present, there are two types of eviction: fault and no-fault.

A fault-based eviction occurs when a landlord wishes to regain control of their property due to a tenant clearly violating the terms of the contract – such as failing to pay rent.

Because a fault eviction usually needs to be proven in court, landlords seeking to regain control of their property often instead rely on no-fault evictions. A no-fault eviction is a legal process by which a tenant can be served a two-month notice without the need for landlords to provide a specific reason.

Although no-fault evictions are somewhat restricted – for example, a landlord cannot serve one within the first four months of a tenancy –  they have come under some controversy in recent years. As such, the new Renters Rights Bill that the government is hoping to pass is set to make some major changes to the eviction process.

Upcoming Legal Changes

Assuming the Renters Reform Bill passes without significant amendments, no-fault evictions will soon be banned in the UK. Instead, landlords seeking to regain control of their property before the end of their contract will have to take their tenants to court. This is likely to lead to an increase in eviction cases in the long run.

When to Contact an Eviction Lawyer

If you’re facing legal difficulties surrounding an eviction, then the first thing you should always do is contact a lawyer. Evictions can vary a lot from case to case and your best chances of getting the result you need are to work with someone with long-term experience in the field.

Here at Fitz Solicitors, we have exactly that. Our team have plenty of experience handling eviction cases meaning that we’ll be in the perfect position to offer practical, real-world advice and help steer your case towards the best possible outcome.

If you or someone you know needs an eviction lawyer, then please get in touch with us by calling 01753 592 000 or emailing info@fitz-legal.com.