In this case, it took less than five minutes for the Judge to review the witness statement, consider the facts, and dismiss the Section 21 claim. As a result, a family who had called their house a home for the last 20 years was able to remain there.
New budget year. Councils say they’re tackling homelessness.
Prevention can’t mean waiting for bailiffs.
Officers overwhelmed.
Plans delayed.
Families in limbo.
Under the Homelessness Reduction Act, councils must act within 56 days.
Delay isn’t prevention — it’s escalation.
“From 1st May, the New Renter Rights Bill changes everything. Landlords will face more rent arrears, and by September councils will see a rise in homelessness cases. Courts remain backlogged with Section 21 hearings. Stay prepared.”
#RenterRights2026#UKHomeless
The looming renter reforms have pushed landlords into panic mode, making it harder for low-income families to find affordable private rental properties. As these changes unfold, more and more people are being shut out of the housing market, deepening the affordability crisis.
Homelessness is a critical issue that requires urgent attention. Rising living costs and inadequate support systems have left many individuals and families without a safe place to call home.Addressing homelessness must be a priority. #homelessness
Section 21 notices are causing rising homelessness, threatening many families with eviction this Christmas. LA are rushing to remove families from temporary hotel placements, but these spots will soon be filled by new families in need, leaving the situation precarious. #Homeless
Despite receiving government aid, tenants not paying rent prompt Section 8 notices. It's a step to resolve issues, not punitive. Dialogue and collaboration are key for sustainable solutions. #HousingStability#homelessness
@HousingActionSL@lambeth_council Temporary Accommodation Team are not able to source stock this is also due to private landlords are no longer willing to rent properties to LHA. Which affects homeless family. Everyday LHA breach the law. Not intentionally because they have no accommodation to allocate.
@TheFox89688362 Who ever approved this scheme must has no idea how much this affect local business, school runs, medical appointments and caring for the elderly.
One of the lady we support got direct offer of a council house, which they need to paint,flooring to install, fridge, cooker & washing manchine. #homelessness being in TA to permanent she’s overwhelm and her statement was I don’t need to be on benefit my home is affordable.
@crisis_uk@Shelter Please highligth the packs that housing allowance, more more renters on UC are getting housing allowance deducted. Leads to rent arrears. #section8