The King's Speech today (the longest in over 20 years the BBC according to the BBC with 40 new Bills announced) confirms the new government's intentions match the Labour Party's promises back in April.   

‘Legislation will be introduced to give greater rights and protections to people renting their homes, including ending no-fault evictions and reforming grounds for possession [Renters’ Rights Bill]’.

A change of title perhaps reflects the greater emphasis will be on renters' rights. Details of the bill are awaited. 

Questions to be answered include:

• Will the changes to the grounds for possession be the same as the previous Renters Reform Bill, especially those relating to supported housing where ASTs are presently used heavily?  
• Will there be further mandatory grounds for arrears as before? 
• Will it contain the one vital sentence to stop shared ownership leaseholders from also being assured shorthold tenancies?
• What will the reaction of the private rented sector be? Are private landlords going to sell up due to the costs of regulation?
• Will there be any investment directed specifically at housing cases and evictions in the county court?

 Easy to ask the questions! Answers hopefully will follow soon.