🏘️ Renting from a Private Landlord?

You probably have a tenancy called an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST).
If you’re not sure, you can check using the Tenancy Checker on the Shelter website.

📄 If Your Landlord Wants You to Leave

They must follow the law.
They might give you:

• A Section 21 notice – usually used to end a tenancy
• A Section 8 notice – often used if you owe rent

These notices must follow rules to be valid.
It’s important to get advice quickly.

👉 Visit the Shelter website for help

⏳ You Don’t Have to Leave Right Away

If your notice ends and you have nowhere else to go, you can stay in your home.
Your landlord must go to court to ask for a Possession Order before you can be made to leave.

🆘 How We Can Help

If you get a notice:

📞 Contact our Housing Solutions Team straight away
We’ll:

• Check if the notice is valid
• Talk to your landlord and try to help

📝 What to Do Next

Fill in our self-referral form online:
👉 Housing Jigsaw – Register for Homelessness Advice

We’ll contact you and may offer a phone appointment with a Housing Officer.

🔗 Useful Links

• Citizens Advice