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Eviction if you rent from the council or a housing association

You can only be evicted for specific reasons, such as rent arrears or antisocial behaviour.

Eviction action should be a last resort. There are strict legal steps the council or housing association must follow.

They can only make you leave by getting a court order. You can negotiate and get legal advice to stop the eviction.

Last updated: 17 February 2025

Housing laws differ between Scotland and England.

This content applies to Scotland only.

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