The Public Health (Coronavirus) (Protection from Eviction and Taking Control of Goods) (England) Regulations 2020 came into force on the 18th November 2020.
This extension of stay prevent residential evictions for most part, however, this moratorium on eviction ends 11 January 2021.
These Regulations apply in relation to England only.
2 – (1) Subject to paragraphs (2), (3) and (5) of the Regulations, no person may attend at a dwellinghouse for the purpose of:-
(2) Para (1) does not apply where the court is satisfied that the notice, writ or warrant relates to an order for possession made:-
(3) Para (1) does not apply where the court is satisfied that:-
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(5)
Landlords have still been able to issue possession and eviction notices during the moratorium, with extended notice periods. As soon as the Courts resume eviction hearings, it is likely to prioritise the most serious cases. Such as ones involving anti-social behaviour and other crimes, and ones where landlords have not received rent for more than a year.
It would be advisable that you seek legal assistance and contact us as soon as practicable.
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