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This entry is part 11 of 11 in the series Granting an Assured Shorthold TenancyIf deposit has been taken, register the deposit with the chosen scheme (see this series). This must be done within 30 days of receipt otherwise you will be liable to hefty penalties. Write to ... Please login or signup to continue reading this...

We have free guidance available for landlords to give to their tenants before they move in, in order to help tenants with signing on with gas and electricity. This is available free of charge here (tick the F051 box): Because the market is open to occupiers to choose who they like to supply gas and electric, there are two national numbers to assist in locating the suppliers. Step 1 – Find out the Meter Point Reference Number and the...

When is a landlord liable to pay gas or electric in rented accommodation? The first step is to establish what the terms of the tenancy are. If the tenancy provides that electricity and / or gas is included and paid by the landlord, the landlord is contractually bound by the tenancy. Where the contract requires the tenant to pay the bills, then clearly it is their responsibility. After a tenant has vacated, can a utility company seek payment from...