An industry association and homeless charity Crisis who have long term disagreed on Section 21 powers have put their views aside and are now working closely together.

Because of the newly arranged partnership between the two organisations it will now be far easier to work together to house vulnerable people. Landlords taking part will be given far greater support to sustain tenancies which includes telephone advice ‘hot lines’ and training.

The industry association will be helping by ‘signing up’ more landlords to support the scheme; with this partnership both organisations are hoping to create a major  contribution to reducing UK homelessness by ‘opening more doors’ to the private rented sector.

Matt Downie, chief executive of Crisis, says of the arrangement: “Together we’ll be offering a range of tailored services and advice to landlords, supporting them to take on tenancies, with confidence and security, with people who have previously been homeless.”

He continues: “This includes a designated point of contact throughout the tenancy, matching the right tenant to the property, mediation?and tenancy breakdown prevention and free rental insurance.  This partnership provides an important opportunity for Crisis and the industry association to join forces to make the Private Rented Sector a better and fairer place for all involved.”

A spokesperson for the association, says: “This partnership recognises the importance that the private rented sector and responsible landlords play in providing safe, decent and secure accommodation, and gives practical support to both renters and landlords to sustain tenancies.

“We are delighted to be starting this innovative project with our friends at Crisis. Unlike some housing charities, Crisis works practically to assist homeless individuals to secure homes, get back on their feet and maintain tenancies for the long-term.