Written question asked by Gareth Bacon (Conservative) on Thursday, 15 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Sackman (Labour) on Thursday, 22 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.

Rents: Appeals

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, pursuant to the answer of 26 November 2025 to Question 92757, what steps he is taking to ensure sufficient capacity to meet the anticipated additional demand; and whether those improvements will be in place prior to implementation of the Renters' Rights Act 2025.

Answer

To prepare for the anticipated demands of the Renters’ Rights Act, we have launched a significant programme of work. This includes recruiting additional administrative staff, establishing a centralised operational hub, and updating our operational processes to improve efficiency. We are also ensuring the availability of suitable estates capacity for hearings and enhancing our technology systems to support the increased workload. We expect these measures to be in place in time for implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act.

We are maintaining investment in the annual recruitment of around 1,000 judges and tribunal members across all courts and tribunals, with specific recruitment for the judges and members needed for the Property Chamber. Further recruitment in 2026 is planned.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 106177
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Rents: Appeals
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Written questions
House of Commons; Rents: Appeals
Monday, 20 April 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Appeals Standards Rents
Legislation: Renters' Rights Act 2025
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Rents: Appeals

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