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Written question asked by Baroness Thornhill (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 10 April 2026. It was answered by Lord Timpson (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Appeals: Rents

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the reply by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage on 24 March (HL Deb col 1357), what data they hold on the caseload of the First-tier Tribunal regarding rent appeals specifically; and what plans they have to make it publicly accessible.

Answer

Currently, HM Courts and Tribunals Services (HMCTS) publishes quarterly data on the Residential Property Chamber. The latest data is attached but can also be found via the following link: Tribunals statistics quarterly: January to March 2025 - GOV.UK.

HMCTS is reviewing the data captured, drawn and published from the supporting systems for the Tribunal as part of preparations for the Renters’ Rights Act.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL16039
Session
2024-26
Attachment
Table
Related items
Subjects
Appeals Courts Rents
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