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Taking legal action for housing discrimination
How to deal with your discrimination problem in court, including which forms to fill in and what happens in court.
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Unlawful subletting of social housing – unlawful profit orders
Unlawful profits orders in both criminal and civil proceedings for unlawful subletting of social housing.
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Creditors are still contacting you - administration orders
Explains why creditors may still contact you while an administration order is in place and what to do if a creditor is harassing you.
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Squatting
Information on squatting, when you can and can't be arrested for squatting, and what you can do if your home is taken over by squatters.
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Staying in your council home when someone dies
Check if you can stay in your home when the person on the tenancy agreement dies. It will depend on your relationship with the person and what tenancy type they had.
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You can't afford the rent for your council home
Get help if you can’t afford your rent. Find out more about discretionary housing payment and dealing with your rent.
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Student housing - living in halls
Explains the housing status of students living in halls of residence provided by their university. Also covers rent, deposits, administration fees, bills and council tax.
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You've been told your flat is fire safe but disagree
Find out what to do if your landlord won't take steps to address fire safety in your flat.
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Repairs - what are your options if you are a social housing tenant?
What social housing landlords are, the standards they have to meet and your options if they don't make repairs.
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Stopping bailiffs at your door
Check how to stop bailiffs coming into your home and what to do if they break the rules.