Landlord Tenant Law

In response to the financial impact of the Coronavirus  the Government announced a package of protections for renters and landlords including; 

  • Emergency legislation to suspend new evictions from social or private rented accommodation while this national emergency is taking place
  • No new possession proceedings through applications to the court to start during the crisis
  • Landlords will also be protected as 3 month mortgage payment holiday is extended to Buy to Let mortgages

The current guidance from the government for renters and landlords can be found here. 

See Also

COVID-19

Understandably, lots of people have been contacting me about COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic.  It is still important that we all continue to follow official public health guidelines.

COVID-19 Roadmap

On 22nd February 2021, the Prime Minister announced the steps which will be taken to lead the country out of COVID-19 and back to normal life.  Step 1 - from 8th March The first stage of the roadmap will come into operation on 8th March, with schools and colleges returning to full

COVID-19 Scams

COVID-19 has unfortunately been seen by some criminals as an opportunity. Many of us are feeling more vulnerable than we normally would.

COVID-19 Vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine is now being rolled out across the Two Cities. A number of people have contacted Nickie, asking various questions about the vaccine.

Guidance for Employees

The government has announced a package of measures to protect jobs and incomes as part of the national effort in response to Coronavirus, COVID-19.

Guidance for the Self-Employed

Millions of people across the UK have benefited from the new coronavirus (COVID-19) Self-Employed Income Support Scheme, with those eligible receiving a cash grant worth 80% of their average monthly trading profit over the last three years, up to £2,500 per month.

Support for Businesses

The Government has brought forward a package of comprehensive measures to support businesses through COVID-19. The package has included: A Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Deferring VAT and Income Tax payments A Statutory Sick Pay relief package for SMEs A 12-month business rat

Supporting Those Most In Need

A huge number of people across the Two Cities have volunteered to help those in need across London. You can find out more how you can help here. In these difficult times, not everyone can afford to buy the food they need.

Travel Advice

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) has been advising British people against all non-essential travel worldwide since 17 March 2020.  The COVID-19 pandemic has led to unprecedented international border closures and other restrictions.

Two Cities Business Directory

Since the beginning of the pandemic, local MP Nickie Aiken has been keen to promote services and facilities available to people living in the Two Cities. Having provided a list of food delivery options across the Cities of London & Westminster earlier in April - available here - lots of lo