The biggest changes to private renting in a generation are now taking effect – and Fairer Housing wants to make sure renters in Brent know exactly where they stand. Our free online Renters’ Rights Toolkit has been created to turn complicated housing rules into clear, practical information that renters can actually use. From understanding the new protections introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act to dealing with rent increases, repairs and poor housing conditions, landlord problems, tenancy issues and the threat of possession, the Toolkit helps renters understand their rights, their landlord’s responsibilities and the steps they can take when something goes wrong.
But knowing your rights is only part of the answer. The Toolkit also helps renters work out where to go next, including when and how to contact the appropriate teams at Brent Council and when to seek further housing or legal advice. Available online, completely free of charge and designed specifically with Brent’s private renters in mind, it puts essential information in one easy-to-access place – helping people become better informed, more confident and better equipped to stand up for their rights.