Section 21

Deposit protection issues can affect more than compensation.

How deposit protection problems can affect Section 21 notices in England.

Check your eligibility

Deposit rules and possession notices

In England, deposit protection problems can affect a landlord's ability to rely on a Section 21 notice. The exact position depends on the paperwork and what the landlord did before serving notice.

Not sure what your paperwork means?

Use the eligibility check as the next step before trying to work out the claim alone.

Check eligibility

Check the notice timeline

Put the deposit payment, protection, prescribed information and notice dates in order. The order of events can be important.

Get specific advice if facing eviction

If you have received a possession notice or court papers, seek advice promptly. Time limits can be short.

Next step

Check whether this applies to your tenancy.

If a notice has been served, timing matters. Check the deposit issue alongside the notice dates before deciding what to do next.

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