House of Commons · Urgent Question
22 October 2025 · 10 other contributors
Opened by Jeremy Corbyn Ind Islington North
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Jeremy Corbyn raised concerns about renters’ rights bill 2025-10-22 in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
While the Renters’ Rights Bill has been progressing through Parliament, many tenants have faced no-fault eviction. Can the Minister provide a timeline for when these protections will be in place to protect those facing such evictions and ensure there is no further harm?
Question
Will the Minister share details on how this legislation can be applied in Northern Ireland, given its importance and relevance to residents there?
Minister reply
The Northern Ireland Assembly has access to the bill online. However, I will continue to engage with Ministers across all devolved administrations to explore how they might learn from our work here and apply similar principles.
Question
Can you assure me that the Ministry of Defence will be informed so that military service families are aware of their rights under the decent homes standard?
Minister reply
We have ongoing dialogue with colleagues in the MOD, and we aim to ensure all service personnel understand the new standards being implemented. The housing quality standards for Service Family Accommodation (SFA) will also be updated periodically to reflect current needs.
Question
The Minister’s decision to support Lords amendments is appreciated, but can he assure constituents that the Bill will be implemented effectively and without further delays? Many tenants fear losing their homes due to no good reason. The Member cites an example of a young mother living in substandard conditions.
Minister reply
We recognise the urgent need for change and aim to implement reforms swiftly and professionally. We urge local councils to enforce new rules rigorously, ensuring protection for vulnerable tenants while maintaining housing supply.
Question
What assurances can the Minister give regarding resources allocated to ensure service family accommodation meets decent home standards? The Member emphasises that this is a matter of fairness for our military families who have been enduring substandard conditions.
Minister reply
We will hold the Government accountable for progress in housing standards and aim to act on reported issues promptly. We also commit to ensuring urgent repairs are completed within timelines set by law.
Question
Does the Minister acknowledge that the delay in passing this Bill has caused significant hardship for many families? The Member expresses anger at opposition parties for slowing down legislation, affecting constituents living in poor conditions.
Minister reply
We understand the urgency of implementing reforms but emphasise the importance of ensuring thorough scrutiny and effective implementation to avoid unintended negative consequences.
Question
Will the Minister assure us that no-fault eviction protection will come into effect immediately after Royal Assent, addressing concerns about delays causing homelessness? Additionally, are there guarantees that local authorities will receive necessary resources to enforce the Bill and provide adequate housing advice?
Minister reply
We do not believe the legislation will destabilise the rental market or impact future supply negatively. We commit to robustly monitoring trends across the PRS post implementation and continue working with landlords throughout this process. Following Royal Assent, we will allow a smooth transition period for tenants, landlords, and agents to understand and adjust to new rules, ensuring sufficient time for preparation.
Question
Given the delays since Third Reading, can the Minister assure constituents when their assured shorthold tenancies will convert to rolling tenancies under the new system?
Minister reply
We know that many tenants want these protections in place as soon as possible and are committed to moving quickly once Royal Assent is given. We aim for a smooth transition allowing time for all stakeholders to adjust.
Question
How will the Government address concerns raised by landlords about increased regulation?
Minister reply
We are working closely with responsible landlords to ensure that the new regulations do not disproportionately burden them. We have provided £10 million in grants for compliance and training.
Question
What measures will be taken to enforce these protections and what is the timeline?
Minister reply
Enforcement mechanisms are being established with a dedicated task force. We aim to have all necessary frameworks in place by March 2024.
Government Response
I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his point. We are committed to providing certainty regarding how the new system will be implemented, ensuring both renters and landlords have a clear understanding of their rights under this legislation. The purpose of the amendments we are discussing is to exempt shared owners from certain eviction periods when they intend to sell their property, but with safeguards in place to protect tenants. We remain dedicated to swiftly finalizing the bill to provide much-needed protections for vulnerable tenants.