Rogue Landlords Register - Question

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 12:31 pm on 26 May 2021.

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Photo of Lord Bird Lord Bird Crossbench 12:31, 26 May 2021

Does the Minister agree with me that the reason why people fall into the hands of rogue landlords is that they are in need? They are often the most desperate people, and do not have a choice. Can we not support the decent landlords by getting them back to profitability as soon as possible—but not by Covid-inspired mass evictions?