Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 50335

Private Rented Housing

Tabled: 6 May 2025
Answered: 13 May 2025

Question

Tom Hayes

LabourBournemouth East

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the Renters Rights Bill on landlords with fewer than five properties.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
83% of landlords own fewer than five properties, representing 51% of tenancies. It is essential that our Renters’ Rights Bill provides confidence for good landlords, whether they have small or larger portfolios.The government values responsible landlords ...

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