Northern Ireland could have their own TDS

Northern Ireland could have its' own tenancy deposit scheme (TDS) according to the latest reports by the BBC.

Other proposals from the Department of Social Development for the private rental sector in Northern Ireland are:


• A central scheme for tenants' deposits so that landlords cannot simply refuse to pay back deposits for "flimsy reasons"

• Government deposit guarantee for vulnerable people who cannot afford them

• An independent body to manage disputes between landlords and tenants and encourage compliance with their tenancy agreement

• New fitness standards implemented by 2015. Landlords penalised if they do not meet these standards

• Much greater awareness of the rights of tenants and the responsibilities of landlords

• Longer periods of notice to quit for long term tenants.

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