Renters Rights Bill may need to tackle the ECHR
The European Convention on Human Rights could provide a sting in the tail to pushing through the Renters’ Rights Bill, explains lawyer Neli Borisova
Most large landlords are relatively positive about the Renters’ Rights Bill. A more professional and higher-quality rental sector is generally a good thing for landlords. Therefore, corporate landlords are keen to see the Bill brought into force in an effective manner. That also means that they want it to be lawful and not face the legal challenges that have led to problems elsewhere. Sadly, there is concern that the Bill is at risk of breaking the ECHR.
Specifically, the government has been at pains to suggest that........
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