Select committee: Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee
Conclusion 6
4th Report - Housing Conditions in the Private Rented Sector
Published 3 Jul 2026
Addressed to Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
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Conclusion (the committee's words)
The new Private Rented Sector Database provides a useful mechanism for landlords to proactively demonstrate that their properties comply with existing and upcoming standards, including the Decent Homes Standard. This is not a substitute for strong, proactive enforcement. However, we are of the view that the database could provide a useful mechanism to drive up standards, especially as the Act includes provisions designed to deter landlords from providing false information. (Conclusion, Paragraph 44)
From: Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee, 4th Report - Housing Conditions in the Private Rented Sector (HC 42), 3 July 2026
Government response
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