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Where does the buck stop? Liability for licensing and property standards in HMOs

HMOs continue to provide a steady stream of cases in the courts, with the case of Rakusen v Jepson reaching the Court of Appeal earlier this year. In this webinar we will consider where liability lies for licensing and property standards in HMOs and the potential liability of tenants and of landlords. We will also look in more depth at the decision in Rakusen and the impact of that decision on superior landlords. This webinar is aimed at landlords and those advising them and will consider how recent court decisions have impacted on the responsibility of landlords for HMOs. It will also be valuable to tenant representatives who want to know who to pursue if things go wrong.
The speakers are:
Robin Stewart – Senior Associate
Tamanna Begum – Paralegal at Anthony Gold
Archie Maddan – Barrister at 5 Pump Court
Dale Timson –Barrister at 5 Pump Court
Clare Kelly – Chambers Director at 5 Pump Court
Please on the link below to watch it:
Please note
The information on the Anthony Gold website is for general information only and reflects the position at the date of publication. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be treated as such. It is provided without any representations or warranties, expressed or implied.


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