Unlawful subletting

Unlawful subletting stops new homes being built!

If we don't fill our homes we won't build more: let's stamp it out. Book this course now to help you effectively quash subletting.

A critical argument is: why do we need more housing when we don't fill our existing ones? A report in The Daily Telegraph in September says there are 157,000 illegal sublets in social housing. Previous estimates by the Audit Commission put the figure at 50,000 – which was bad enough. The Telegraph goes on to say: "Freeing up existing social housing would also reduce waiting lists and mean fewer new properties would have to be built."

Organisations must prove that stock is being utilised properly so the sector can build more affordable homes. It's not just about fraud.

This workshop will give you the legal knowledge and skills to tackle this vital problem by investigating and developing cases effectively for timely court action, including:

• The legal frameworks
• Getting notices right
• Types of fraud
• Possession proceedings
• Investigation techniques
• Best practice.

What will delegates learn?

• Case evaluation and decision-making
• Using legal powers effectively
• Strategies for evidence gathering
• Using alternatives
• The role of third parties
• Achieving value for money.

Who should attend?

All tenancy management staff including housing officers, tenancy officers, team leaders and managers.

Our trainers

Matthew Wilson is a solicitor at Whiteheads and has significant experience of dealing with all types of anti-social behaviour and tenancy management work. In addition to his ASB litigation practice, Matthew also has expertise in disrepair and civil prosecutions.

Amanda Yelland is an experienced housing practitioner and law graduate with a range of expertise across the spectrum of housing provision. Currently she specialises in providing housing law training on a wide range of topics including homelessness, tenancy management, disrepair and anti-social behaviour.

HQN has a track record of helping organisations achieve real and lasting performance improvements. If you are interested in accessing this training package please contact us by emailing training@hqnetwork.co.uk