20 Not Addressed

We are concerned by the lack of robust data available to the Government on the...

Conclusion
We are concerned by the lack of robust data available to the Government on the value of rent arrears and how it equates to months of arrears, and by the impact this lack of data may have on policy-making.
Government Response Summary
The government's response mirrored the committee's conclusion, expressing concern about the lack of robust data on rent arrears without committing to any specific action to address this issue.
Paragraph Reference
71
Government Response
Not Addressed
HM Government Not Addressed
We are concerned by the lack of robust data available to the Government on the value of rent arrears and how it equates to months of arrears, and by the impact this lack of data may have on policy-making.
Source
Committee Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee
Inquiry Impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on homelessness and the private rented sector
Report Sixth Report - Protecting the homeless and the private rented sector: MHCLG’s response to Covid-19 31 Mar 2021 HC 1329
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Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Timeline
Recommendation age 5.3 yrs
Report published 31 Mar 2021