The Landlord Law CPD Service

April 5, 2021

Here are the questions and answers:

1 How long is the current notice period required for section 21 notices? (April 2021)
- Two months
- Three months
- Six months
2 What is the ‘validity period’ for section 21 notices?
- Four months
- Six months
- Ten months
3 What scheme has the government launched?
- Housing Possession Mediation Scheme
- Fast Track court possession Scheme
- Help for tenants with possession hearings
- Legal aid for tenants being evicted
4 Can a court decide if a case should be referred to mediation?
- Yes
- No
5 What is the purpose of mediation?
- It is about reaching a solution that works for both parties
- For landlords to prove prior to going to court that no agreement could be made
- To force the tenant into agreeing to pay rent arrears
- To allow a notice to be served
6 What is the purpose of an ‘attempts to mediate report’?
- To use in court to show that you have tried to mediate and it has failed
- For the tenant to use to obtain benefits
- A report that details how both parties have agreed to mediation
7 Is mediation mandatory?
- Yes
- No
8 When is it best to start Mediation?
- As soon as rent arrears start
- Once arrears are of a considerable sum
- Just before going to court
9 Does mediation only apply to rent arrears?
- No
- Yes
10 Does the Housing Possession Mediation Scheme cover all county courts?
- No
- Yes