Renters’ Rights Bill

Judith Cummins Lab

Bradford South

I inform the House that the reasoned amendment in the name of Kemi Badenoch has been selected.

Dawn Butler Lab

Brent East

The Labour MP criticises the Conservative shadow Secretary of State for being 'all over the place' during her speech, implying confusion or lack of focus.

Judith Cummins Lab

Bradford South

This MP interjects to remind Dawn Butler that she will return to the subject at hand. She does not provide a full argument in the given text.

Andrew Griffith Con

Arundel and South Downs

The Conservative MP notes Scotland’s Housing Network report revealing that 16% of landlords are reducing their supply, and 12% are considering leaving the sector due to over-regulation.

Rachel Blake Lab Co-op

Cities of London and Westminster

This MP asks why the previous Government failed to introduce such measures, implying that this bill is necessary despite past failures.

Shaun Davies Lab

Telford

The Labour MP questions if tenants will fear the return of the Conservative party similar to how mothers fear for their maternity pay support. He further criticises the government's position as being against tenant protections.

Markus Campbell-Savours Ind

Penrith and Solway

The independent MP argues that previous reforms were necessary, and their failure to implement them has led many private landlords to move into the holiday let market.

Nesil Caliskan Lab

Barking

This Labour MP claims that interest rate increases have driven landlords out of the sector and highlights that the bill aims to provide security for those needing homes, implying support for tenant rights.

Luke Murphy Lab

Basingstoke

The Labour MP questions why Conservative MPs would oppose such measures if they were committed to reforms previously and highlights that the bill is necessary despite past failures.

Ben Coleman Lab

Chelsea and Fulham

Coleman criticises the Conservative position as negative towards tenant protections such as preventing children's breathing problems due to poor housing conditions, questioning why they would oppose beneficial measures.

Mike Martin Lib Dem

Tunbridge Wells

The Liberal Democrat MP questions if the high proportion of Conservative MPs being landlords influences their position against the bill.

Siobhain McDonagh Lab

Mitcham and Morden

McDonagh points out that court systems are currently gridlocked, suggesting that removing section 21 would not worsen the situation.

Florence Eshalomi Lab Co-op

Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Eshalomi supports clause 55, which outlaws rental bidding practices that cause significant distress to tenants who fear eviction due to rising rents. She cites a constituent's experience of a rent increase of up to 30% and another whose rent doubled in one year, highlighting the necessity for urgent legislative action. Additionally, she calls for better enforcement measures and sufficient resources for local councils to implement the new regulatory powers effectively.

Joe Powell Lab

Kensington and Bayswater

Powell agrees with Eshalomi, noting that section 21 of existing laws can prevent tenants from reporting issues like damp and mould due to fear of eviction. This discourages them from seeking necessary repairs or improvements, further exacerbating their living conditions.

Gideon Amos Lib Dem

Taunton and Wellington

Welcomes the Bill's aim to end no-fault evictions, supports provisions for three-year fixed-term tenancies, emphasises the need for adequate court resources and local authority funding. Raises concerns over potential withdrawal of student housing from the market. Supports protections for renters on benefits and military personnel housing standards. Asks the Minister to meet concerns regarding pet ownership agreements with landlords.

Steve Darling Lib Dem

Torbay

[INTERVENTION] Welcomes the Bill, highlights high proportion of private renters in Torbay and calls for more action on absentee landlords.

Markus Campbell-Savours Ind

Penrith and Solway

[INTERVENTION] Agrees with previous speaker that no-fault eviction has been used as an excuse for not reforming the system.

Siobhain McDonagh Lab

Mitcham and Morden

Supports the abolition of section 21 no-fault evictions to prevent families from being unfairly displaced. Mentions cases where families are relocated far away, causing educational and employment issues for children and parents respectively. Emphasises that babies die due to inadequate temporary accommodation.

Nesil Caliskan Lab

Barking

[INTERVENTION] Agrees with McDonagh, highlighting the perverse nature of the current market where local authorities must rehouse families in private sector accommodation at a higher cost to taxpayers.

Priti Patel Con

Witham

Acknowledges the need for quality housing but expresses concern over vilification of landlords and potential negative impacts on housing supply. Questions the transparency of costs and impacts of the legislation, suggesting that it could lead to higher rents and reduced landlord investment in properties.

Ayoub Khan Ind

Birmingham Perry Barr

Commends diversity in Parliament and shares his personal journey from a deprived area to becoming an MP. Emphasises challenges faced by Birmingham Perry Barr, including poverty, lack of youth services, and inadequate housing conditions for families on the waiting list. Urges the Government to take stronger action to address temporary housing standards and provide financial support to local government.

Nusrat Ghani Con

Sussex Weald

Acknowledges Ayoub Khan's speech and mentions the importance of adhering to time limits for speeches in Parliament. Calls James Naish to make his maiden speech.

James Naish Lab

Rushcliffe

Welcomes the Bill and its provisions to promote longer-term secure tenancies. Emphasises that living conditions can have broader implications for health and wellbeing, citing a personal anecdote about a constituent's housing issues causing stress-related illness in children. Calls on Ministers to consider how local authorities can be best resourced to enforce these provisions.

Nusrat Ghani Con

Sussex Weald

Jokes about the Government Whips knowing which triplet is voting, implying there might have been confusion due to the presence of another triplet MP. No clear position or arguments regarding the amendment/clause.

Rebecca Smith Con

South West Devon

Concerns about the potential negative impact on private rented housing supply, citing statistics of high demand and existing homelessness issues in Plymouth. Argues that reducing rental property availability will exacerbate the problem of temporary accommodation for those evicted from poor conditions.

Andrew Lewin Lab

Welwyn Hatfield

Supports clause 55, highlighting its importance in addressing rental bidding wars and ensuring security for private renters. Emphasises the need to end exploitative practices that penalise vulnerable tenants.

Richard Tice Reform

Boston and Skegness

Raises concerns that proposed regulations will reduce the supply of rental properties by about 50% in five years, particularly in Scotland. Emphasises the need for a balance between tenant rights and landlord rewards to attract capital investment for new homes. Calls for close monitoring and review to avoid unintended consequences.

Pam Cox Lab

Colchester

Supports the Bill as it aims to uphold tenants' rights and provide decent housing. Stresses the importance of public service and historical context, highlighting her background in higher education and policy change. Acknowledges the need for better public services to enable everyone's opportunity to thrive.

Torsten Bell Lab

Swansea West

The hon. Member for Swansea West supported the tenant protection clause, emphasising the need for stability in housing and addressing economic challenges faced by his constituents, such as absolute poverty and homelessness. He highlighted the importance of shared prosperity and stable jobs, noting that wages have not increased since 2010 while insecurity has risen. The MP pledged to work towards building a better economic future through decent homes, stable jobs, and rising wages.

Jeremy Corbyn Ind

Islington North

He acknowledges that ending no-fault eviction is positive but argues for rent controls to address high rental costs. He cites statistics showing one in five private tenants spend more than half of their salary on rent and notes that rent controls have been introduced elsewhere successfully.

Nusrat Ghani Con

Sussex Weald

She advises new colleagues not to stride past a Dispatch Box during debate. No specific arguments against rent controls are provided in her brief statement.

Rachel Hopkins Lab

Luton South and South Bedfordshire

She supports the Bill, highlighting measures to combat discrimination, end no-fault evictions, and empower tenants. She notes that local councils need resources for enforcement but does not explicitly address rent control.

Carla Denyer Green

Bristol Central

Congratulates new Members and declares involvement in renters' rights activism. Supports extending notice periods to four months but advocates for stricter measures on no-fault evictions, rent increases, energy efficiency, and local flexibility for rent controls. Cites high rents and poor conditions affecting constituents.

Siân Berry Green

Brighton Pavilion

Endorses Carla Denyer's comments on rent controls, highlighting issues in Brighton with a high population of renters, especially young people and students. Criticises guarantor agreements that fuel discrimination against working-class, estranged and international students.

Helen Hayes Lab

Dulwich and West Norwood

Supports the Bill due to high private renting in her constituency. Tables an amendment to outlaw pursuit of guarantors for rent owed by a deceased tenant, citing personal experience with bereaved constituents forced to find another student to take on their son's tenancy.

Nesil Caliskan Lab

Barking

Recognises the crisis described by Helen Hayes, agreeing that individuals and families are paying with money and trauma due to the instability caused by high rents and poor conditions.

Sarah Olney Lib Dem

Richmond Park

She criticises the Conservative Government for failing to deliver on their promise to abolish section 21 evictions, leading to nearly a quarter of a million people being affected by unfair evictions. She highlights how her constituents facing eviction due to political instability and inadequate housing conditions exemplify the need for this legislation. Olney supports broader measures in the Bill such as allowing tenants to request pets without unreasonable refusal.

Alex Sobel Lab Co-op

Leeds Central and Headingley

Sobel praises the Renters’ Rights Bill for addressing security and safety concerns of renters. He highlights problems faced by student renters in his constituency due to high costs and strict requirements, such as UK guarantors and excessive deposits. Sobel argues that these barriers prevent students from accessing higher education and calls on the Government to consider banning landlords from demanding UK rent guarantors or large upfront payments.

Satvir Kaur Lab

Southampton Test

Kaur congratulates new MPs and expresses her belief in safe, secure housing as a basic human right. She discusses the suffering of renters in Southampton due to no-fault evictions and substandard living conditions. Kaur welcomes plans to stop rental bidding wars and extend decent home standards to improve tenants' health and well-being.

Chris Curtis Lab

Milton Keynes North

Echoed support for the landmark legislation, highlighting personal and constituency experiences of tenant insecurity. Raised concerns about rent hikes and property conditions affecting families’ stability and economic productivity. Emphasised the importance of accurate market rate determination to prevent exploitation by landlords. Supported provisions on pets in rental homes.

Abtisam Mohamed Lab

Sheffield Central

Welcomed the Bill for tackling housing security and safety, extending Awaab’s law to private renters. Highlighted concerns about navigating disrepair cases without legal aid support. Urged further investigation into capping in-tenancy rent increases at inflation or wage growth levels. Advocated for genuinely affordable homes to help constituents leave the private rented sector.

David Smith Lab

North Northumberland

Welcomes the Bill, citing that section 21 evictions are a major cause of homelessness. Mentions constituent example showing impact on families and businesses. Suggests two tweaks: exemption from paying last two months' rent due to moving costs and capping 12-monthly rent increases at inflation or wage growth.

Chris Ward Lab

Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

Emphasises the importance of housing issues in his constituency, noting that two-thirds of casework relates to housing problems such as overcrowding, overpricing, homelessness. Highlights local statistics: 7,500 on council house waiting list and 1,600 households in temporary accommodation. Supports outlawing section 21 no-fault evictions and applying decent homes standards.

Christopher Vince Lab Co-op

Harlow

Supports the legislation to reject no-fault evictions, citing personal experience from working at a homelessness charity and representing constituents in Harlow. Highlights the importance of pets for mental health support and the emotional bond they create with families. Emphasises that pet owners should not face discrimination or forced eviction from their homes.

Rachel Blake Lab Co-op

Cities of London and Westminster

Welcomes the Bill to improve lives in the private rented sector, addressing the imbalance of power between tenants and landlords. Supports measures on ending no-fault evictions, stabilising the market, and reducing homelessness. Advocates for a clear ombudsman service and accountability to Parliament. Highlights the need for information sharing and redress schemes for renters.

Sally Jameson Lab Co-op

Doncaster Central

Supports the Bill as a range of positive reforms to protect tenants. Highlights the application of decent homes standards and care leavers facing discrimination in securing housing. Advocates for legal protections, rent deposit schemes, and anti-discrimination measures for landlords against care leavers.

Apsana Begum Lab

Poplar and Limehouse

Welcomes the Bill but questions the balance in new eviction grounds for landlords. Supports banning discrimination against tenants receiving benefits or with children, criticises immigration right-to-rent rules, advocates for rent controls to prevent no-fault evictions under different names, emphasises the need for affordable housing and social housing investment.

Paula Barker Lab

Liverpool Wavertree

Congratulates the Minister on working tirelessly to end section 21 no-fault evictions, which have contributed significantly to homelessness. Supports measures like the four-month notice period and ending discrimination against tenants receiving social security. Calls for rent stabilisation methods and reform of the deposit system, advocates for adequate resourcing of local authorities.

Sam Carling Lab

North West Cambridgeshire

Highlights housing affordability issues in the private rented sector, notes that tenants have no way to vet their landlords due to lack of landlord register and section 21 no-fault evictions. Stresses the importance of ending rental bidding wars and securing tenant rights against sudden eviction. Supports the Bill’s measures on strengthening rent challenge mechanisms and Awaab’s law.

Peter Swallow Lab

Bracknell

The rental sector is failing many tenants with high rents, no-fault evictions, and substandard accommodation. The Bill introduces measures such as ending no-fault evictions, arbitration for disputes, and protections against steep rent increases to ensure fairness and security for renters.

Lola McEvoy Lab

Darlington

The Bill will significantly improve the lives of nearly 10,000 constituents in private rented accommodation by ending no-fault evictions and providing security to vulnerable tenants. It also supports landlords who act responsibly.

Naushabah Khan Lab

Gillingham and Rainham

The Bill addresses the insecure rental market by ending no-fault evictions, empowering tenants to challenge unreasonable rent hikes, and providing support for local councils dealing with housing pressures. Further safeguards are needed to ensure robust protections.

Nadia Whittome Lab

Nottingham East

Supports the Bill due to its measures against no-fault evictions and increased tenant protections. Argues for rent controls and stronger enforcement mechanisms. Emphasises the need for improved living conditions for disabled tenants.

Lauren Edwards Lab

Rochester and Strood

Welcomes the Bill's focus on ending no-fault evictions and strengthening tenant rights. Highlights the detrimental impact of section 21 evictions on families and society, advocating for greater resources to enforce new powers granted by the Bill.

Stella Creasy Lab Co-op

Walthamstow

The amendment is necessary because the rental market in my constituency has seen a significant increase in homelessness despite growth in affordable housing. Tenants face frequent rent hikes and threats of eviction, with no recourse to fair treatment due to section 21 eviction powers. There are numerous examples of constituents struggling with mould and poor living conditions, highlighting the need for legal protections.

Connor Naismith Lab

Crewe and Nantwich

The amendment to end no-fault evictions is crucial as it reflects the government's willingness to take decisive action on issues affecting tenants. In my constituency, I have dealt with cases of threatened eviction and homelessness, highlighting the urgent need for such protections. The previous government’s failure to act has led to a crisis in private rented sector homes that fail decent home standards.

Jayne Kirkham Lab Co-op

Truro and Falmouth

Cornwall has a significant problem with substandard private rented properties, rising eviction rates, and high costs pushing families into temporary accommodation far from essential services. The Bill will enforce decent homes standards, limit rent increases, and prevent no-fault evictions, protecting vulnerable residents such as those with children or pets. Additionally, it supports measures to address the displacement of long-term renters due to holiday let conversions.

John Slinger Lab

Rugby

Most landlords are good, but recent years have seen a trampling of tenants’ rights in favour of vested interests. This Bill will restore those rights by controlling rent increases predictably and abolishing no-fault evictions that lead to homelessness for vulnerable constituents like those in Rugby who face arbitrary rent hikes or unjustified evictions with short notice.

Antonia Bance Lab

Tipton and Wednesbury

Welcomed the Bill's provisions, particularly ending no-fault evictions and applying decent homes standards to private renting. Highlighted that landlords will be required to provide safe housing conditions and that this measure is long overdue.

Darren Paffey Lab

Southampton Itchen

[INTERVENTION]: Agreed with Antonia Bance, stating the Bill will give security to families at risk of eviction under section 21. Cited cases where constituents faced unjust evictions.

Joe Powell Lab

Kensington and Bayswater

Emphasised the Bill's transformative potential for Kensington and Bayswater, highlighting high rent levels and challenges faced by tenants. Raised concerns about back-door evictions through unaffordable rent hikes and called for a transparent landlord register to enforce new rights.

Kirith Entwistle Lab

Bolton North East

Welcomed the Bill but expressed concerns about rent increases being tied to market rates, potentially leading to evictions for lower-income tenants. Suggested in-tenancy rent caps as a solution.

Steve Witherden Lab

Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr

Welcomed the Bill, noting its alignment with measures implemented in Wales. Emphasised the importance of abolishing section 21 but questioned how to safeguard tenants from excessive rent increases leading to unfair evictions.

David Simmonds Con

Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner

Mr. Simmonds supports the principle of addressing abuse cases without undermining the positive aspects of the private rented sector. He mentions that landlords exiting the market reduces the supply of rental homes available to tenants, affecting students and social housing needs.

John Cooper Con

Dumfries and Galloway

Mr. Cooper interjects to agree with Mr. Simmonds, citing the negative impact of similar measures in Scotland that have increased costs for renters and reduced housing choice.

Rachel Blake Lab Co-op

Cities of London and Westminster

Ms. Blake questions Mr. Simmonds' argument about property changing tenure, suggesting that evidence is lacking to support this claim.

Antonia Bance Lab

Tipton and Wednesbury

Ms. Bance argues that small landlords who struggle with regulations contribute to rogue landlord issues, suggesting that their exit from the market is beneficial.

Stella Creasy Lab Co-op

Walthamstow

Ms. Creasy criticises the current legislation for failing to protect tenants due to threats of no-fault eviction, suggesting that opposition to such evictions leaves people in an unfair market.

Gareth Snell Lab Co-op

Stoke-on-Trent Central

Mr. Snell seeks further clarification but does not provide additional content here.

Danny Kruger Reform

East Wiltshire

Mr. Kruger supports Mr. Simmonds' stance and calls for a Government impact assessment on the Bill, questioning why it has not been published.

Christopher Vince Lab Co-op

Harlow

The legislation will help people in the private rented sector and charities supporting homeless individuals to secure accommodation, and it could have been introduced earlier.

Kemi Badenoch Con

North West Essex

Asked if she can be given time to speak, without providing specific arguments in favour or against the bill.

Gideon Amos Lib Dem

Taunton and Wellington

Inquired about funding for court improvements necessary for implementation of the new system.

Gareth Snell Lab Co-op

Stoke-on-Trent Central

Highlighted support from landlords in Stoke-on-Trent who see the Bill as a move to drive rogue landlords out of the market, thereby improving conditions for tenants.

Amanda Martin Lab

Portsmouth North

Asked about mechanisms allowing tenants and landlords to present their cases to an ombudsman without going through the court system, aiming to reassure both parties.

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