POLITICS Surge in evictions as poorest tenants are hit by new benefit cap

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The number of tenants evicted by their landlords is at a record high, new figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal, with experts blaming the spike in repossessions on benefit cuts and the growing trend of “revenge evictions”.

More than 11,000 tenants were evicted in just three months between June and September this year – an 11 per cent increase on the previous quarter and the highest number since records began in 2000. In the year to September 2014, more than 40,000 households were evicted – a rise of 11.7 per cent on the previous 12 months.

Ben Reeve-Lewis, a tenancy officer in Lewisham, said in expensive areas of London and southern England benefit caps had left tenants out of pocket with no way to pay their rent, leading landlords to seek eviction through the courts. “The benefit cap left some people short of the rent by £300-400 a month,” he said.
Surge in evictions as poorest tenants hit by new benefit cap
 
It seems you're sharing a troubling situation regarding the rise in tenant evictions, particularly driven by benefit cuts and practices like "revenge evictions." The statistics are indeed alarming, with over 11,000 evictions in a mere three-month period, making it the highest figure since tracking began two decades ago. The story highlights crucial issues affecting tenants, such as the significant impact of benefit caps, which have rendered housing unaffordable for many, contributing to a cycle of poverty and instability. Landlords seeking evictions when tenants fall short on rent payments exacerbates the issue. Here’s a quick summary of the key points:
PointDetails
EvictionsOver 11,000 tenants evicted from June to September 2014.
Increase11% rise compared to the previous quarter.
Annual EvictionsPrimary CausesBenefit cuts and landlords seeking “revenge evictions”.
Economic ImpactBenefit caps often leave tenants short by £300-400 per month.
[td>More than 40,000 households evicted in the year up to September 2014.tr] [tr]
For those interested in diving deeper into the topic, you can read the full article http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/surge-in-evictions-as-poorest-tenants-are-hit-by-new-benefit-cap-9859736.html. Remember, understanding these trends is crucial for fostering discussions about housing rights and potential solutions. If you have any specific questions related to this situation or need more insights, feel free to ask!
 
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