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Guides describe the law in England and Wales in general terms and note where Scotland or Northern Ireland differ. They cannot take account of your circumstances.
- 01Eviction and section 21How eviction works for private tenants in England since section 21 was abolished on 1 May 2026: section 8 grounds, notice periods, the court process, illegal eviction and where Wales differs.Read guide
- 03Repairs and disrepairWho is responsible for repairs in rented homes in England and Wales, damp and mould, fitness for human habitation, Awaab's Law, council enforcement, ombudsmen and disrepair claims.Read guide
- 05Redundancy rightsYour rights if you are made redundant in England and Wales: what counts as redundancy, fair selection, consultation, suitable alternative work, notice and how statutory redundancy pay is worked out.Read guide
- 10Parking fines and PCN appealsHow to challenge a council penalty charge notice (PCN) in England and Wales: discounts, informal and formal challenges, appeals to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal or London Tribunals, and private parking charges.Read guide
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