Online league tables could be used to name and shame landlords under new social housing deal
The proposals could allow residents to hold landlords to account
LANDLORDS could be named and shamed as part of a social housing “new deal”.
Housing Secretary James Brokenshire said landlord league tables and greater powers for regulators were among the proposals.
Launching a social housing green paper he said the measures would “re-balance the relationship between tenants and landlords”.
The Government say the proposals will empower residents to hold their landlords to account and give them support to seek redress when things go wrong.
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Mr Brokenshire said: “Providing high quality and well managed social housing is a core priority for this Government.
“Our green paper offers a landmark opportunity for major reform to improve fairness, quality and safety for residents living in social housing across the country.
“Regardless of whether you own your home or rent, residents deserve security, dignity and the opportunities to build a better life.”