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Renters Face Homelessness As End Of Coronavirus Eviction Ban Looms

Until now, private tenants have been protected from homelessness by a ban on evictions throughout the coronavirus crisis. That all changes on August 23.
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Black Woman Charged More Rent Than White Neighbour For Identical Property

Selma Nicholls, CEO of a diverse talent agency, has been leasing a live/work property from Sanctuary housing association.
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Renters 'Left Out In The Cold' By Rishi Sunak's Coronavirus Mini-Budget

Thousands face uncertain future when ban on evictions ends next month.
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Ban On Evictions During Coronavirus Pandemic Extended Until August

But charities say the move is a "sticking plaster, not a cure" without further action to protect renters.
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Thousands Of Private Renters Could Face Eviction Once Ban Is Lifted

Shelter says it fears a "wave of homelessness" when the government freeze ends on June 29, as tenants affected by coronavirus struggle with debt.
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Can I Move House In Lockdown? A Guide For Renters, Sellers And Buyers

One reader said the delay was a “gut punch”, while others have been ghosted by estate agents.
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Millions Will Live With Mould, Mice And Damp During Coronavirus. We Deserve A Rent Freeze

Zero hour contracts, low-paid work and anti-trade union laws mean that it's hard for renters to get by at the best of times, writes Beth Redmond.
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Here's How Much Income You'll Need To Spend On Your Rent Across The UK

Twenty years ago, the average rent accounted for about 30% of the average income in England – now, it's a lot higher.
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Section 21 Evictions Will Be Abolished. These Renting Horror Stories Show Why That's A Big Deal

The government has vowed to end 'no fault' evictions under the Housing Act 1988. Here's why groups like Acorn and Shelter have welcomed the move.
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These Are The UK Cities Where Rent Is Rising Fastest

Aberdeen recorded the biggest fall in rent prices.
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