Eviction ban extended until 31 May 2021
s.romsey • March 11, 2021
The eviction ban which was due to end on the 31 March, has now been further extended for a further 2 months until the 31 May 2021.
In this blog Scott Romsey, Solicitor in our Residential Landlord and Tenant team, provides a brief update on the extension of the eviction ban until 31 May 2021.
It is undoubtedly unwelcomed news that many landlords will have woken up to this morning. The eviction ban which was due to end on the 31 March, has now been further extended for a further 2 months until the 31 May 2021.
In addition, the requirement for 6 months’ notice for certain notices has also been extended until at least 31 May 2021.
The amendment to the legislation is pretty short and sweet but it you want to take a look for yourself you can use the following link:
https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2021/284/contents/made
It is yet to be seen whether there will be any further Government announcements and tweaks to the existing exemptions that apply. The courts are still processing claims but bailiffs and enforcement agents are unable to proceed with eviction appointments unless
the reason for the eviction falls within the ‘exemptional circumstances’ category, which includes domestic violence, significant anti-social behaviour and severe rent arrears.
Although we agree that the main priority is to keep renters safe and prevent a homelessness crisis as we prepare to move out of lockdown, there is a huge concern that a further extension is doing nothing to tackle the increasing rent debt crisis. Tenants are falling further into rent arrears and damaging their credit scores, making it more difficult to rent in the future. The prospects of some landlords recovering rent arrears are also limited and the physical recovery of the sums owed may well take some time.
We encourage landlords to keep the lines of communication open during this still very challenging time. It is crucial that settlement options are fully explored such as surrenders or rent negotiations. That being said Landlord's should protect their position and consider serving notice and issuing proceedings if needed ready for the ban to be lifted.
We are here to help and provide continued support to landlords and managing agents during the pandemic. Our team can provide expert practical and legal advice to assist you in gaining possession of your property or resolving any issues with your tenant.
If you are not sure which way to turn the please feel free to contact one of our team and we will be happy to help.
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