Unison has welcomed the Tenants Bill of Rights, but warns it does not go far enough to “address broader issues such as supply, accessibility and affordability, as well as concerns around security and standards”.
Sylvia Jones, head of housing policy at the company, said: “The Renters Bill of Rights provides a long-awaited opportunity to address the ongoing rental crisis and protect the rights of millions of private renters. 
Unison will continue to press the government to make further progress. ”
“For too long, private renters have faced significant challenges including soaring rents, constant fear of eviction and poor living conditions.
shaping rental policy
“Unison is committed to defending the rights of our renting members and developing rental policies that build a fairer and more equitable housing market. The Tenants Bill of Rights is an important part of achieving this goal. It shows progress.
But she believes the bill does not go far enough, adding: “Unison is calling on the government to strengthen the bill through a range of means.”
these are:
Lengthening eviction protections – extended to two years Stronger measures to prevent backdoor eviction techniques Introducing rent controls Eliminating discriminatory practices that create barriers to rental for marginalized communities, such as rent checks and excessive upfront rent requirements A database funded to track excluded rental properties and ensure landlords are complying with the law.
Mr Jones said: “Unison continues to press governments to go further and take additional steps to create a fairer rental market and improve the quality of life for millions of renters across the country. ” he concluded.
