Eviction.

If you have been unlawfully evicted don't bother going to the police and telling them your story.....they simply are not interested.  They will insist that it is a civil matter and you should go and consult with a solicitor or the CAB.  I see it mentioned in numerous writings telling you that the first thing you must do is inform the police that you have been unlawfully evicted from your home....Rubbish.  

Even if the police did act on the matter it would not be because you have been evicted in all probability it would be because you have been harassed.....which is also a criminal offence. Even though unlawful eviction is a criminal offence it will be a rare occasion that the police will bother to act. 

Even if they do act and the matter is brought before the criminal courts the fines awarded for the crime are very low in value and often it will suit the landlords needs and not hurt his pocket in the least.  
So remember if you are unlawfully evicted from your home don't waste your time going to the police. Go to a reputable law firm and state your case there. The courts award heavy penalties against landlords who do not abide by the law.

Professional Tenancy Agreement

This is a straight forward Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement (AST) for letting a property in England and Wales, suitable for houses, flats and apartments.

A Tenancy Agreement is a very important legal contract, which you should keep safe. It outlines your rights and responsablitiles as a landlord and a tenant. 

 - Straight foward and professional standard -

 - Comprehensive ten page up to date document -

- A blank section to include your own specific terms and conditions -

 - Two ready-to-complete assured shorthold tenancy agreements, one for the landlord and one for the tenant -

The document can also be sent electronically if requested, saving time and allowing you to use the document again and again...

Your tenancy agreement will cover all the important issues, including: Rental amount, frequency of rental payments, tenant(s) deposit, tenant(s) obligation to keep the property in a satisfactory manner and state of repair, landlord's obligation to insure the property, what happens at the end of the tenancy.

Please note -  whilst these documents are regularly updated to comply with statutory regulations, we accept no liability for any losses incurred due to their purchase and use, If you are unsure of your obligations under this agreement, then you are advised to take independent legal advice before signing

Cost of the complete document is £6.50 in paper form 

and £4.50 if sent by email to your computer.

 We accept payment only by PayPal and ship to you within 24 hours on receipt of payment.

Forms

Option 1 Paper Form £6.50 GBP Option 2 Emailed Form £4.50 GBP

http://www.gardencourtchambers.co.uk/imageUpload/File/HousingMay12.pdf

This link keeps you informed about the new laws relating to housing

http://freelegalweb.org/203/2009/03/unlawful-eviction/

This link covers damages available for unlawful eviction

Harassment legislation

Definition of harassment

http://www.propertyhawk.co.uk/index.php?page=bible&id=207

Unlawful Eviction – Causes of Action and Injunctions

Dominic Preston – Doughty Street Chambers

7th March 2011

http://www.doughtystreet.co.uk/files/110308%20-%20Unlawful%20Eviction%20-%20materials.pdf

MEASURE OF DAMAGES UNLAWFUL EVICTION

http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/50/
section/28