Heather Harkes

Author: Heather Harkes
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Suspended, interim & outright: types of possession order explained

When landlords take steps to recover possession, the court can issue several different types of order depending on the strength of the claim and the circumstances of the case. Each order affects how quickly the tenant must leave and what enforcement options the landlord can use. Understanding the differences helps landlords plan the tenant eviction […]
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For what reasons can a landlord keep a deposit?

A tenancy deposit is intended to protect a landlord against specific, foreseeable losses arising from a tenancy. It is held as security to cover matters such as unpaid rent, damage beyond fair wear and tear, or other breaches of the tenancy agreement  –  not as a source of extra income or a routine maintenance fund. […]
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The abolition of Section 21 notices: what landlords need to know

Introduction: major changes to landlord eviction rights The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is set to bring some of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in decades. For landlords, the headline reform is the abolition of Section 21 notices – commonly known as “no-fault” evictions. While the changes formally take effect from May […]
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How much compensation can you win from a tenancy deposit claim?

If your landlord has failed to protect your deposit correctly, or has made deductions that are unfair or unreasonable, you may be entitled to far more than simply getting your money back. A tenancy deposit claim can lead to a significant financial award, depending on how your deposit was handled and whether the issue happened […]
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Evicting a tenant without a tenancy agreement

We would always recommend having a written tenancy agreement in place, but a tenancy can still exist without one. Both the landlord and tenant retain rights and obligations even if nothing has been formally documented. Here is how eviction works when there is no written agreement to rely on. Is a tenancy valid without a […]
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What happens if your tenancy deposit isn’t protected?

Your landlord is legally required to protect your deposit in an approved scheme, and there are strict rules about how and when this must be done. If they fail to comply, you may be entitled to compensation and certain eviction notices may be invalid. Here is what you need to know. Why should a deposit […]
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