Which possession proceedings?

Answer:

Break clauses are hedged around with many more restrictions than they were previously.

In most cases, they can only be used if the occupation is for a fixed term of two years or more, as they cannot be used during the first 18 months of the contract and the notice period will need to be six months.

The landlord must also have complied with all his statutory obligations, which include providing a written contract, details of the landlord’s address (on the proper form), the gas and electrical certificates and have complied with the deposit regulations (if a deposit has been taken).

There is a prescribed form which must be used when activating a break clause.

Landlord Law members will find more information in the FAQ here.