The Immigration (Residential Accommodation) (Termination of Residential Tenancy Agreements) (Guidance etc.) Regulations 2016

Under section 33A(1) of the Immigration Act 2014 (“the 2014 Act”), it is an offence to permit an adult who is disqualified as a result of their immigration status to occupy premises, in England, under a residential tenancy agreement. In determining whether the defence of having taken reasonable steps to terminate the residential tenancy agreement within a reasonable time is made out, a court must have regard to guidance issued by the Secretary of State. Regulation 2 provides for the guidance issued by the Secretary of State for these purposes to come into force on 1st December 2016.