Council Housing Evictions
If a tenant fails to pay rent or breaches any aspects of their tenancy agreement the local authority has the right to evict the tenant by applying to the court to repossess the property. The most common ground for eviction is non-payment of rent, although it is possible for tenants breaching any other aspect of their tenancy agreement to be evicted.
Once a Possession Order is obtained from the Courts any application to vary the terms of the order or to obtain a stay of execution must be made to the Court itself rather than the Council.
If you are a tenant facing a Possession Order, it is advisable to seek independent legal advice. Contact a solicitor directly or the Citizens Advice Bureau
The Council has no obligation to re-house those who are evicted for non-payment of rent.
What happens if I am evicted?
If you are evicted you will have to find alternative accommodation for yourself and anyone else who is living with you.
The court will tell you the date and time that the bailiff will arrive. A representative from Housing will also be there. The locks of the house will be changed and any of your belongings that are still there will be cleared.
Can I stop the eviction?
The earlier you take action or get advice the better. It is more difficult to make arrangements at a late stage. You may apply for the Warrant of Possession to be suspended. The court will then reconsider your case but may not agree to alter the decision. Please remember, if you are having difficulties paying your rent:
- Speak to a member of our staff, using the contact details below.
- Get advice, for example, from a Citizens Advice Bureau; and
- Make regular payments, even if they are small
How to contact us
Email sa@berwick-upon-tweed.gov.ik
Telephone: 01289 301753
Write to: Sandra Anderson
Property and Housing Services
Berwick-upon-Tweed Borough Council
Wallace Green
Berwick-upon-Tweed
TD15 1ED
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