Ban on ‘no-fault’ evictions under plans to revolutionise renting laws

Michael Gove says the Renters’ (Reform) Bill will allow tenants to challenge poor landlords without losing their home

Long-promised plans to abolish so-called no-fault evictions will be introduced to parliament on Wednesday, the government has announced.

Housing secretary Michael Gove said the Renters’ (Reform) Bill will allow tenants to challenge poor landlords without losing their homes.

A new ombudsman will be established to oversee dispute resolutions while a digital “property portal” will be set up to assist property managers in understanding their obligations, the government said.