Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 4820
Legal Aid Scheme: Rented Housing
Tabled: 9 September 2024
Answered: 16 September 2024
Question
Tom Hayes
Labour — Bournemouth East
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if she will introduce legal aid for tenants for (a) housing repair issues and (b) enforcing legal housing rights.
Answer
Heidi AlexanderLegal aid is available for those facing homelessness, and disrepair claims (when there is a serious risk of illness or injury) subject to a financial means test. Tenants in this situation should contact the Civil Legal Aid telephone helpline for assistanc...
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