Private rented sector

Inquiry3

The Local Government and Housing Committee has agreed to undertake an inquiry into the private rented sector.

The terms of reference for the inquiry are to look at:

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>>> The supply, quality and affordability of accommodation in the private rented sector;

>>>   The challenges currently facing private sector landlords;

>>>   The opportunities for greater partnership working between social and private landlords;

>>>   Barriers to accessing the private rented sector including challenges facing young people and people with pets;

>>> How effectively the private rented sector is regulated; and

>>> The availability of data on the private rented sector and how it can be improved.

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