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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Right to Rent Scheme

22 April 2020 · Home Office

Proposed by Chris Philp Con Croydon South

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Home Office confirms the Right to Rent Scheme is compatible with human rights law after a Court of Appeal ruling.
  • The government will review recommendations from a Lessons Learned Review report and respond within six months.
  • Current provisions of the scheme will remain in place while an evaluation is conducted.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the legality and fairness of the Right to Rent Scheme.

Action requested

The Home Office confirms the scheme's compatibility with human rights law following a Court of Appeal ruling. The government will review recommendations from a Lessons Learned Review report and provide a detailed response within six months, while maintaining current provisions and conducting an evaluation of the scheme.

Key facts

  • Right to Rent Scheme was launched in England in 2016.
  • Landlords must take reasonable steps to check tenants' right to rent.
  • Scanned documents can be submitted during the coronavirus outbreak.
  • A Lessons Learned Review report is being considered with recommendations for a compliant environment.
  • The government will provide a detailed formal response within six months.
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