Ealing Council has welcomed new Government powers given to local authorities to crack down on rogue landlords who fail to fix dangerous problems in privately rented homes.
The powers, which came into force last week (22 June 2026), allow councils to take action against landlords who fail to fix serious hazards such as damp and mould, faulty electrics, fire risks and structural problems with fines of up to £7,000.
Speaking to EALING.NEWS, Councillor Louise Brett, cabinet member for safe and genuinely affordable homes, said the new powers build on the council’s existing enforcement work and would help the council to “take swift action against rogue landlords who put tenants’ safety at risk.”
She said: “Ealing borough has one of the largest private rented sectors in London and receives a high volume of complaints covering a range of issues, which we take seriously and investigate thoroughly. We work with landlords and agents wherever possible to resolve issues quickly, but, where that fails we will not hesitate to take enforcement action.
She added: “The council is firmly on the side of renters. We will continue to use every power available to crack down on rogue landlords, protect residents, and ensure homes in the borough are safe, well-managed and meet the new safety standards.”
