Cornerstone on Social Housing Fraud

The Government introduced the Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act 2013 to combat social housing fraud. This act makes sub-letting and parting with possession of social lets a criminal offence and grants local authorities the power to prosecute offenders. It also provides civil remedies for social landlords to recover possession of properties affected by fraud.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 672 pages
\n Publication date: 22 June 2021
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Social housing fraud is a significant and prominent issue that has garnered significant attention from the government and local authorities. In response to this problem, the Government introduced the Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act 2013, which aimed to combat social housing fraud by making sub-letting and parting with possession of social lets a specific criminal offence. The Act also granted local authorities the power to prosecute individuals who engaged in such practices.

Not only can offenders face imprisonment, but they can also be subjected to fines and ordered to pay an unlawful profit order. This financial penalty provides a valuable opportunity for cash-strapped social landlords to generate revenue.

The Prevention of Social Housing Fraud Act 2013 represents a comprehensive framework designed to address social housing fraud. This title offers a thorough overview of this regime and provides valuable guidance for local authorities on maximizing their chances of recovering possession of properties affected by fraud. It also discusses various strategies for obtaining compensation and securing convictions, including effective evidence gathering techniques.

The book covers a range of topics relevant to combating social housing fraud, such as possession action in the county court, sub-letting/parting with possession, investigation powers, criminal offences and procedure, civil remedies, and GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. For ease of reference, relevant primary and secondary legislation has been included within the appendices, along with templates for various legal documents such as Particulars of Claim (county court), Complaint (magistrates court), Notice to Quit, and Notice Seeking Possession. Additionally, a useful landlord checklist is provided to ensure that nothing is overlooked during the complex process of recovering possession of fraudulent social housing properties.

This title is an essential resource for local government lawyers, housing professionals, and anyone interested in understanding and addressing social housing fraud. It provides a comprehensive and practical guide to navigating the legal complexities involved in this area and maximizing the chances of success in recovering possession of fraudulent properties.

\n Weight: 1074g\n
Dimension: 248 x 157 x 45 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526516985\n
Edition number: 2 ed\n