Labour’s rental reforms disrupt student market and lengthen lettings process

The Labour’s Renters’ Rights Act is causing significant upheaval in the student housing market by restricting international students’ access to rental properties, leading to longer lettings processes. This reform aims to protect tenants' rights but inadvertently results in prospective tenants facing the dilemma of paying double rent due to delays. This disruption highlights the delicate balance policymakers must strike between tenant protections and market accessibility, especially for vulnerable groups like international students.