Rented Housing – Parliamentary Written Answer

Apsana Begum: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he plans to introduce a cap on rent rises that is linked to inflation.

Christopher Pincher: Landlords cannot in general increase rent without their tenant’s permission, and there are no plans to change the rules regarding rent rises. The Government does not support the introduction of rent controls to set the level of rent at the outset of a tenancy. Historical evidence suggests that these would discourage investment in the sector, and would lead to declining property standards as a result, which would not help landlords or tenants.

http://www.parliament.uk/business/publications/written-questions-answers-statements/written-question/Commons/2020-10-30/109709 

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Labour has promised a "consumer rights revolution" for renters in England if it wins the general election, with the introduction of new legal standards for rented homes. Landlords who fail to meet the "tougher" minimum standards would face fines of up to £100,000, Labour said. The proposals include requirements for safe wiring and appliances, freedom from damp and general good repair. But the Conservatives said the plan could increase people's rent. Read more on the BBC website.