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Private Rented Sector Housing Standards And Enforcement

15 March 2022 · 0 other contributors · 1,482 words

Opened by Matthew Pennycook Lab Greenwich and Woolwich

Responding minister: Not recorded

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At a glance

Matthew Pennycook raised concerns about private rented sector housing standards and enforcement in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • The issue of private rented sector housing conditions is not getting enough attention despite its growing importance to constituents.
  • One in five homes in the private rented sector still does not meet the decent homes standard.
  • The lead MP asks for an expedited review of national standards for rented homes and updates on enforcement measures.

Key requests to Government

The lead MP asks for an expedited review of national standards for rented homes, updates on enforcement measures, and the reintroduction of legal aid for disrepair claims. He also urges the Government to ensure that promised renter's reform Bill is brought forward without further delay.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Matthew Pennycook Lab Greenwich and Woolwich

The issue of private rented sector housing conditions is not getting enough attention despite its growing importance to constituents. One in five homes in the private rented sector still does not meet the decent homes standard, with one in ten having a category 1 hazard posing a risk of serious harm. The speaker highlights that these substandard living conditions take a significant toll on physical and mental health and hinder families from flourishing.

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