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This consultation ended 19 October 2026.

Consultation period:
27 July 2026 to 19 October 2026
Last updated:

Reviewing responses

The responses to this consultation are being reviewed. Once complete, we will publish the outcome.

Original consultation

We want your views on our draft guidance for rent guarantor schemes.

Consultation description

We are consulting on our proposals in relation to:

  • objectives of a rent guarantor scheme
  • eligibility criteria for tenants, landlords and properties
  • scope of the guarantee
  • the role and responsibility of the local authority or scheme provider, landlords and tenants
  • tenancy, sustainment and support