Tax Hike Fears & Tory Leadership Row: Live Updates on UK Politics
Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 23:37
Tax Hike Fears and the Tory Leadership Crisis
Tax hike fears emerged as Keir Starmer responds to the Tory leadership crisis during the ongoing Renters’ Rights Bill debate.
Key Concerns Raised by MPs
- Conservative MP Rebecca Smith cautioned about landlords selling properties.
- Possible implications for renters, pushing them into temporary accommodation.
- The new Bill proposes an end to no-fault evictions.
Smith emphasized, “The fact that the homes are not necessarily always fit to live in is almost the least of the problems.” The concerns point to a broader issue lack of homes affecting renters.
Furthermore, the Bill includes bans on bidding wars and requires landlords to take action against housing hazards like damp and mould.
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