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Renter reforms watered down after concerns from Tory MPs

The UK government has revised its proposed rental reforms following concerns from some Conservative MPs that the measures would be overly burdensome for landlords.
Key adjustments include mandating a minimum six-month tenancy and postponing the ban on no-fault evictions until the justice system's capacity to handle repossession claims is evaluated.

These modifications have drawn criticism from tenant advocacy groups, accusing the government of diluting the bill to favor landlords, while landlords consider the changes fair.

The Renters (Reform) Bill aims to abolish no-fault evictions in England, limiting landlords to evicting tenants only under specific conditions, such as needing to sell the property or for personal use.

Despite this intention, the slow progress of the bill, influenced by concerns that it might push landlords to exit the market, reducing available rental properties, has prompted the government to promise alterations, stressing a balance between tenant security and landlord fairness.

Additionally, the proposed changes intend to prevent tenants from prematurely terminating leases and consider exceptional circumstances for termination, although critics argue this could trap renters in poor conditions.

Other proposed revisions include evaluating landlord licensing schemes, facilitating student evictions at academic year-end, and guaranteeing evicted tenants' rights to homelessness support.

The government's concessions have sparked accusations of abandoning renters to appease a minority of Conservative MPs, while others emphasize the need for a fair system for both parties.

Significant opposition and proposed amendments continue, reflecting the ongoing debate over the bill's impact on both tenants and landlords.
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