How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

In this podcast, Paul Sowerbutts, Head of Legal at Landlord Action and Sonia Rai, Barrister at Five Paper, explore how disability discrimination is increasingly impacting possession claims. With Section 21 set to be abolished, they discuss how tenants may raise Equality Act 2010 defences against eviction, particularly in cases involving rent arrears or anti-social behaviour. The episode highlights key legal risks, recent case insights, and why landlords must carefully consider proportionality and alternative actions before pursuing possession proceedings.

What to do if you want to sell your rental property

Selling a rental after section 21 is abolished? This podcast explains the new Ground 1A under the Renters’ Rights Act and why using it incorrectly could cost landlords up to £40,000. Paul Sowerbutts and barrister Sonia Rai unpack the risks, strict notice rules, the 12-month ban on reletting or marketing, and the evidence courts will expect if tenants challenge your claim. A practical, cautionary listen for any landlord thinking about selling in the new legal landscape.

Pets in rented accommodation

In this episode, Paul Sowerbutts of Landlord Action and barrister Sonia Rai of Five Paper break down the fast changing rules around pets in rented accommodation, ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force next year. Paul and Sonia dig into the real pitfalls, the surprising grey areas, and the crucial questions every landlord should be asking. They also reveal the step-by-step process landlords must now follow, the deadlines that matter, and how a badly handled request could end up in Court or at the Ombudsman. If you want to understand the new pet rules before they hit, and avoid costly mistakes, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Rent review clauses and the changes to them from the Renters' Right Act

On the latest episode of the LandlordZONE podcast, barrister Sonia Rai joins us for an in-depth discussion on rent review clauses.

Landlord insights: Market outlook and strategic advice

Join Nigel Lewis from LandlordZONE as he talks with Dan Clinton of The Mortgage Works and Andrew Harvey from Nationwide about the forces shaping today’s Private Rented Sector. In this episode, they break down the latest buy to let trends, upcoming regulatory changes, and how lenders are supporting landlords through an evolving market. Expect clear insights, practical guidance, and expert perspectives to help landlords and investors make confident, well-informed decisions.