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Regulation of the rights between landlords and tenants to ensure that both are protected. Landlords generally wish to rent to a tenant, and tenants generally wish to rent from landlords. However on occasions disagreements happen, and the law helps to resolve these issues and ensure that the parties are protected, and able to access the Courts to ensure those rights. 

Landlords 

Nuisance, outstanding rent or access to carry out repairs and inspections – there are numerous reasons landlords may want to evict a tenant or access property. Tenants have a right of occupation and you will need an experienced lawyer to steer you through the maze of housing law.  

Tenants

Tenants, can find that the property, is not up to standard, that landlords are increasing the rent, or trying to evict them. It is important that advice is taken to avoid having to pay the costs of unsuccessful applications or defence to applications.  If you are unsure of the type of tenancy you have check with Shelter website. 

Notices

When a landlord wishes to bring to an end the tenancy, without the agreement of the tenant they will generally use a Section 8 (fault eviction) or a Section 21 (no fault eviction). Both notices can be served at the same time. If not opposed the Court can order possession within a short period of time

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Adam is a specialist solicitor and advocate in this area, with many years of experience as a supervisor in this area. Scott-Moncrieff, offer legal aid for those that qualify, private funding at reasonable rates for those that can afford, and other forms of funding where appropriate. ​​

A great page for information is Nearly Legal.