Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 covers the rights of individuals who hold a licence as a property guardian.

The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 will apply to any tenants occupying guardian properties on Assured Shorthold Tenancies. The provisions of the Act will not apply to people who hold licences to occupy; these individuals can contact their local authority if they are concerned about potential health and safety hazards. If these hazards are present, local authorities have tough enforcement powers that are not dependent on the type of tenancy or licence held.