Overview
- Shahidul Haque, 59, was housed at David Smith Court, an over‑55s complex in Reading, and his 28-year-old wife and three-year-old twin daughters joined him on December 20.
- Southern Housing launched possession proceedings after resident complaints about excess noise and alleged misuse of safety features in the one-bedroom flat.
- At an August 4 hearing, the judge declined to grant immediate possession, noting unresolved issues and stating Haque probably should not be in the property with his family.
- Haque’s defence says eviction would disproportionately interfere with his Article 8 right to family life and that key tenancy terms were not explained or translated into Sylheti.
- The case is listed at Reading County Court for January 6, 2026, as Haque tells media the flat is too small for four people and says he needs larger accommodation.