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Changes to the Housing Selection Scheme and Allocations
Changes to the Housing Selection Scheme and Allocations … Changes have been made to how social homes are allocated in Northern Ireland. These changes came into effect on 2 September 2024. Background to the changes In 2013, the Department for …
Housing one of nine priority areas in NI Programme for Government
Housing one of nine priority areas in NI Programme for Government … Housing Rights welcomes the news that the forthcoming Northern Ireland Executive Programme for Government will include housing as 1 of 9 priority areas. Since 2016, Housing Rights has …
Difficulties gaining access
Difficulties gaining access … During a tenancy, a landlord will need to visit the property to inspect it and make repairs. Even though the landlord is the owner, their rights to the property are limited. Joe contacted Landlord Advice because he was …
Deciding whether to rent a property as furnished or unfurnished
Deciding whether to rent a property as furnished or unfurnished … Lauren got in touch about a property she was preparing to rent out. She wanted advice on renting the property furnished or unfurnished and to know her obligations regarding repairs. Our …
Our history
Our history … Image by Adele Pound 60 years of Housing Rights Housing Rights was established in 1964, against the backdrop of extremely poor housing standards, turbulent political and social times, and when homeownership was out of reach for most. …
60th anniversary book
60th anniversary book … Complete the form below to order a limited edition hardback version of the Housing Rights 60th anniversary book. By ordering the book, you'll help Housing Rights honour our past and strengthen our future. Suggested donation is …
Managing a tenancy after a tenant passes away
Managing a tenancy after a tenant passes away … Chris had been renting his property out to his tenant for quite a while, when the tenant sadly passed away. The tenant had lived alone, without any family members residing with them during the tenancy. Chris …
Renters’ Voice responds to the Draft Programme for Government 2024-27
Renters’ Voice responds to the Draft Programme for Government 2024-27 … Renters’ Voice strongly welcomes the inclusion of Housing as a priority in the Draft Programme for Government. Given that shelter is a basic need, Renters’ Voice believes housing …
No-fault’ eviction survey findings
No-fault’ eviction survey findings … Renters’ Voice is currently campaigning to end ‘no-fault’ evictions. We believe these evictions negatively impact so many aspects of people’s lives, including their health, finances, and children’s education, as well …
Help when a notice to quit is deemed invalid
Help when a notice to quit is deemed invalid … Steve got in touch with Landlord Advice after Environmental Health informed him that he had issued a notice to quit incorrectly, making it invalid. Steve’s tenant had fallen behind on rent and Steve felt …