- 16/09/2024
- Posted by: Amanda Hack MP
- Category: News
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Stronger protection for private tenants
MP welcomes new legislation, which will strengthen the rights of 14,000 private
renters in North West Leicestershire.
Amanda Hack has welcomed the new Renters’ Rights Bill, which was introduced to Parliament on Wednesday 11 September. The Bill includes a set of landmark reforms that will strengthen the legal rights and bring much needed security to privatetenants in North West Leicestershire.
“No fault” evictions will be banned, and renters will receive greater protection from eviction through new laws that will level the playing field between tenant and landlord. Measures in the bill include:
• Introducing a new Decent Homes Standard and strengthening tenants’ rights to challenge dangerous conditions. Landlords who fail to act can be fined up to £7,000 by local councils and may face prosecution for non-compliance.
• A ban on rental bidding wars and in-tenancy rent increases to stop landlords hiking prices to force out current tenants.
• Abolishing blanket bans on tenants in receipts of benefits or those with children.
Amanda Hack said:
“I’ve spent most of my career working in the housing sector in Leicestershire and I know how heavily the odds are stacked against renters. This new legislation will give greater security to private tenants.
Abolishing “no fault” evictions, banning bidding wars and in-tenancy rent increases will protect around 14,000 private renters in North West Leicestershire. These new measures will provide certainty, security and confidence to private tenants.
Removing the blanket ban on benefit claimants and renters with children will provide easier access to housing and give families a fairer chance to secure a safe and stable place to live. These protections already exist in the social rent sector. I’ve seen them at first hand and believe me, they work.
Equally important, these new measures mean that private landlords will face severe financial penalties if they fail to keep their properties in good order. These new laws, combined with the ending of “no fault” evictions for new and existing tenancies means that residents no longer need worry about raising concerns about substandard conditions.
Good landlords will benefit from stronger regulation. This will eliminate unfair competition from those who, for far too long, have got away with renting out substandard properties to tenants.”
A new Private Rented Sector Database will also be created to help landlords understand their legal obligations and provide tenants the information they need to make informed choices. It will also enable councils to focus enforcement where it is needed most.
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It’s been a busy year representing you, both here in North West Leicestershire and in Westminster. From fighting for fairer pensions for our former miners to pushing for the best start in life for our kids, it remains a real privilege to serve our community.
Meeting you across the constituency remains my favourite part of the job. Whether it’s on the doorstep, at constituency surgeries, at community events, or at local businesses, listening to your concerns and delivering on the priorities that matter to you is what drives me every day.
Since becoming your MP, I’ve received more than 55,000 inquiries and comments, and that’s before I even consider my social media engagement! Responding to your requests for help and championing North West Leicestershire will always be my top priority. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to get in touch.
I promised to be accessible, and I’ve kept to that commitment by holding more than 30 constituency surgeries and knocking on thousands of doors throughout the year, not just at election time. Whether supporting residents affected by flooding or meeting parents of children with SEND needs, no issue is too big or too small if it matters to you.
Alongside this, I’ve continued battling for better buses in the face of service cuts, pushing for a rail connection to help people travel more easily, and taking on the challenge of sewage pollution affecting our waterways, and in some cases, even our streets.
As we look ahead to 2026, I’ll continue working hard to listen, support, and stand up for our communities. I’m committed to ensuring it remains a wonderful place to live, work and visit and that’s something you can join me in too.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have been working through the festive period and those who are on duty over midnight to keep everyone safe.
If you need any support or just want to have a chat about something that matters to you, please contact me via [email protected], call my office on 01530 569 010 or by post at 109 Belvoir Road, Coalville, LE67 3PH.
Wishing you all the best for a happy and prosperous 2026.
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Huge Congratulations to Rob Nixon on his CBE in the New Years Honours list.
It was great to be able to work with him some 20+ years ago and then again when he became the Chief Constable until his retirement. A career dedicated to policing and a thoroughly deserved award.Congratulations from Leicestershire Police to our former Chief Constable Rob Nixon who has been awarded a CBE in His Majesty the King’s New Year Honours List.
The honour, which is for services to policing and criminal justice, recognises Mr Nixon’s 32-year career in the force as well as the national role which he took on in 2023 as the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) lead for criminal justice.
Speaking today, Mr Nixon, who retired from his roles in March 2025, described the news as “deeply humbling”.
Reflecting on the recognition, he also paid tribute to “exceptional” colleagues and partners who he has worked alongside.
More information can be found here - leicspolice.link/9hl9O
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