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Rent arrears in a private tenancy

Letter templates: Rent arrears

You can use our letter templates to help you talk to your landlord or agent about late rent and missed payments.

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Your landlord cannot make you leave without following the legal process - even if you owe rent.

Only court bailiffs can evict tenants.

See our guide and letter templates if you're pressured to leave.

Last updated: 8 July 2024

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