How renters unions can help

Renters unions can give local support if you’re dealing with landlord harassment and illegal eviction.

You generally join a renters union and sometimes pay a small membership fee.

Renters unions could:

• attend and stop an illegal eviction

• request repairs work on behalf of tenants

• challenge bad practice by agents such as charging illegal fees

Find a renters union in your area

Renters unions with local branches include:

• ACORN (UK wide) - direct action union. Helps private renters stop illegal evictions, demand repairs, and challenge bad practice from landlords and agents 

• London Renters Union - campaigning union. Takes action to win homes for people. Helps with issues such as stolen deposits, disrepair and eviction threats.

• Greater Manchester Tenants Union - represents private renters and social tenants with issues such as deposits and repairs. Campaigns for safe and affordable housing.