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Starting a tenancy and right to rent checks: launch event and policy discussion
Law for Life and Refugee Council are pleased to announce an online event on the barriers migrants and refugees face in starting tenancies, particularly resulting from Right to Rent legislation. December 2022
Online forum: The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and homelessness applications
Law for Life is pleased to announce an upcoming online forum on the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and its effect on homelessness applications. September 2022
How to deal with 'right to rent' checks and discrimination
Our new guides for people who are most likely to experience discrimination and difficulty in the process of starting a tenancy. July 2022
The continued erosion of our protest rights and how we will respond
Our collaborative information campaign to ensure proper understanding of the change in law, the impact, and effective routes to legal help for protestors. May 2022
Writing to Yvette Cooper MP
Working with a coalition of women's housing groups to raise serious concerns over Part 3 of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. January 2022
Community forums on health, homelessness and vulnerability
A space for community groups, health and legal practitioners to share their experiences and practical strategies. January 2022
Child protection: basic training for Roma parents and their advocates
Get a better understanding of the child protection process, key agencies involved in safeguarding, why children’s services get involved, and strategies to positively engage with them.
How to get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) training
Understand what PIP is, who it is for, how to fill in applications, deal with assessments, challenge decisions, and find resources.
How to deal with benefits sanctions training
Learn how to avoid benefit sanctions, and how to deal with them when they do happen, including the process for challenging a sanction.
Vulnerability letters in homelessness applications training
Understand the homelessness application process and the role of vulnerability assessments. This workshop includes a hands on exercise in writing effective letters.
Using strategic litigation for housing problems training
Learn what strategic litigation is, what cases is it useful for, and the process and timelines for pursuing a case, including when you need a solicitor.
Supporting survivors of domestic abuse with homelessness applications training
Understand how to use the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 to secure safe accommodation for survivors of domestic abuse, including the updated definition of domestic abuse, what evidence you need, and how to challenge delays.
Your rights in the private rented sector training course
We offer a short course on your rights in the private rented sector.
Benefits for housing training
Understand key benefits and how to best support people in claiming benefits for rent, where to find information, and how to challenge decisions.
Applying for social housing training
Get an overview of how to apply for social housing provided by housing associations or local authorities.
Living in temporary accommodation training
Understand the different types of temporary accommodation and how to assess and challenge an offer of unsuitable temporary accommodation.
