UK Government Commits to Ending No-Fault Evictions by Next Election

Housing Secretary Michael Gove reaffirms the pledge to ban section 21 evictions, amidst rising repossessions and delays in rental reforms.

The UK government has promised to ban no-fault evictions before the next general election, addressing long-standing delays in rental reform legislation.
Recent statistics reveal a 49% increase in repossessions following no-fault eviction orders in England last year.
The Renters (Reform) Bill, which is currently progressing through Parliament, aims to eliminate section 21 evictions.
Critics accuse the government of deprioritizing the issue, while charities and campaigners demand urgent action to fulfill the pledge.
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