Tenancy Hardship Grants (Wales)

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Jul 01 | 2021

Tenancy Hardship Grants (Wales)

  The Welsh Government have announced a Tenancy Hardship Grant Scheme which aims to support tenants who are struggling with rent arrears due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The move comes as the eviction ban comes to an end in Wales on June 30th 2021.   The scheme is funded with an £10m cash injection from the Welsh Government; it will be administered by local authorities and will replace the Tenancy Saver Loan Scheme (which was introduced in December 2020).   Tenants can register their interest in the Grant from 1st July 2021, with funding to be made available towards the end of July.   If a tenant is successful in obtaining a grant, it will be paid directly into the landlords’ bank account; thus the scheme goes some way in addressing the unprecedented stress and hardship that many landlords’ have felt throughout the Coronavirus pandemic.   However, it is essential that the scheme is accessible for those that need the support. An Information Request revealed that only 41 loans had been awarded under the old Tenancy Saver Loan Scheme between October 2020 and April 2021. This reiterates the view that accessibility and availability of grants under the new Tenancy Hardship Grant Scheme will be crucial if it is to have a positive impact in helping tenants and private landlords.   The scheme puts increased pressure onto the English Government to introduce a similar rent arrears relief programme; however there has been no indication as to whether they intend to follow in introducing such scheme.   At NewBold Solicitors, we can offer advice to both Tenants and Landlords. If you would like to discuss your case with us, please call our dedicated team on 0330 123 1131 or visit our Landlord or Tenant Services pages for further information.   Jake Wesson - Graduate Solicitor - Property Litigation
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