In Scotland, a charity is calling for a ban on landlords who illegally evict tenants. The charity, Shelter Scotland, is a housing and homelessness charity that works to ensure everyone in Scotland has a safe, secure, and affordable home. The charity is advocating for a ban on landlords who have been found guilty of illegal evictions, which would prevent them from renting out properties in the future.
Illegal evictions are when a landlord forces a tenant to leave their rented property without following the proper legal process. This can include changing the locks, removing the tenant’s belongings, or threatening the tenant with violence. These actions are illegal and can have serious consequences for tenants, including homelessness and financial hardship.
Shelter Scotland is calling for a ban on landlords who have been found guilty of illegal evictions. This would mean that they would not be able to rent out properties in the future. The charity believes that this would help to protect tenants from unscrupulous landlords and ensure that they have safe and secure homes.
The charity has also called for other measures to protect tenants, such as introducing a national register of landlords and giving tenants more rights when it comes to repairs and maintenance. They believe that these measures would help to make the private rented sector safer and more secure for tenants.
Illegal evictions are a serious problem in Scotland and can have devastating consequences for tenants. It is essential that action is taken to protect tenants from unscrupulous landlords and ensure that they have safe and secure homes. Shelter Scotland’s call for a ban on landlords who have been found guilty of illegal evictions is an important step in the right direction and should be taken seriously by the Scottish government.