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- Sagal Abdi-WaliLabour Party
What the record shows Source: Public record
In government, Labour's Renters' Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 (relevant to private renters).
In their exact words Source: Public record
The Renters’ Rights Bill completed its passage in Parliament on Wednesday 22 October 2025 and received Royal Assent on Monday 27 October 2025.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent privately (including a shared student house).
Sourced: Renters' Rights Bill (collection page), 22 November 2024
The Renters’ Rights Bill completed its passage in Parliament on Wednesday 22 October 2025 and received Royal Assent on Monday 27 October 2025.
Renters' Rights Bill (collection page), Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (UK Government), published 22 November 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/renters-rights-bill
Explain this
- Royal Assent
- The final step that turns a bill into law.
What the record shows Source: Public record
The government says the Renters' Rights legislation lets tenants challenge rent increases and ends rental bidding wars (relevant to private renters).
In their exact words Source: Public record
We will empower tenants to challenge rent increases designed to force them out by the backdoor and introduce new laws to end the practice of rental bidding wars by landlords and letting agents.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent privately (including a shared student house).
Sourced: How we're protecting renters
We will empower tenants to challenge rent increases designed to force them out by the backdoor and introduce new laws to end the practice of rental bidding wars by landlords and letting agents.
How we're protecting renters, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (UK Government). Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/how-were-protecting-renters
What the record shows Source: Public record
The government says the Renters' Rights legislation ends Section 21 no-fault evictions for new and existing tenancies (relevant to private renters).
In their exact words Source: Public record
Our new Bill will end Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions for new and existing tenancies, giving all private renters security and assurance.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent privately (including a shared student house).
Sourced: How we're protecting renters
Our new Bill will end Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions for new and existing tenancies, giving all private renters security and assurance.
How we're protecting renters, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (UK Government). Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/how-were-protecting-renters
Explain this
- Section 21
- The rule that allowed landlords in England to end an assured shorthold tenancy without giving a reason. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 abolished it.
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What they say Source: Manifesto
Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged to abolish Section 21 no-fault evictions and let private renters challenge unreasonable rent increases (relevant to renters).
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
We will immediately abolish Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions, prevent private renters being exploited and discriminated against, empower them to challenge unreasonable rent increases, and take steps to decisively raise standards, including extending ‘Awaab’s Law’ to the private sector.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent privately (including a shared student house).
Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
We will immediately abolish Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions, prevent private renters being exploited and discriminated against, empower them to challenge unreasonable rent increases, and take steps to decisively raise standards, including extending ‘Awaab’s Law’ to the private sector.
Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/
Explain this
- Section 21
- The rule that allowed landlords in England to end an assured shorthold tenancy without giving a reason. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 abolished it.
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
What they say Source: Manifesto
Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged 1.5 million new homes in England over the parliament.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Labour will get Britain building again, creating jobs across England, with 1.5 million new homes over the next parliament.
Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Kickstart economic growth, 13 June 2024
Labour will get Britain building again, creating jobs across England, with 1.5 million new homes over the next parliament.
Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Kickstart economic growth, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/kickstart-economic-growth/
Explain this
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
What they say Source: Manifesto
Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Labour will deliver the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.
Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Kickstart economic growth, 13 June 2024
Labour will deliver the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.
Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Kickstart economic growth, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/kickstart-economic-growth/
Explain this
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
- Barmy BrunchOfficial Monster Raving Loony Party
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- Ewan CameronThe Conservative Party Candidate
What they say Source: Own words
Says the Conservative Party has costed plans to scrap stamp duty on family homes.
In their exact words Source: Own words
we have clear, fully costed plans to recruit 10,000 more police officers, scrap stamp duty on family homes and cut bills with our Cheap Power Plan.
Sourced: Statement to voters: Ewan Cameron
we have clear, fully costed plans to recruit 10,000 more police officers, scrap stamp duty on family homes and cut bills with our Cheap Power Plan.
Statement to voters: Ewan Cameron, Ewan Cameron (candidate), via Democracy Club. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://candidates.democracyclub.org.uk/person/138784/
Explain this
- Stamp Duty
- A tax paid when buying a property above a certain price in England and Northern Ireland.
What they say Source: Own words
Says the constituency needs an MP focused on more family homes.
In their exact words Source: Own words
We need a Member of Parliament focused on safer streets, more family homes and cutting the cost of living.
Sourced: Statement to voters: Ewan Cameron
We need a Member of Parliament focused on safer streets, more family homes and cutting the cost of living.
Statement to voters: Ewan Cameron, Ewan Cameron (candidate), via Democracy Club. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://candidates.democracyclub.org.uk/person/138784/
What they say Source: Manifesto
The Conservative Party's current plan says it would abolish Stamp Duty Land Tax on primary residences.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Abolishing Stamp Duty Land Tax on primary residences
Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
Abolishing Stamp Duty Land Tax on primary residences
Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain
Explain this
- Stamp Duty
- A tax paid when buying a property above a certain price in England and Northern Ireland.
- Tom DarwoodIndependent
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- Clare FischerClimate Party
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- George GallowayWorkers Party
What they say Source: Own words
Says the political focus should be centred on housing, among other issues.
In their exact words Source: Own words
We believe the political focus should be centred on wages, housing, energy, peace, public services and national renewal.
Sourced: Statement to voters: George Galloway
We believe the political focus should be centred on wages, housing, energy, peace, public services and national renewal.
Statement to voters: George Galloway, George Galloway (candidate), via Democracy Club. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://candidates.democracyclub.org.uk/person/4754/
What they say Source: Manifesto
Workers Party of Britain pledged a programme of social housing that would over-ride what it calls unnecessary planning constraints, with compulsory expropriation of unused land banks.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
We will begin a programme of social housing that will over-ride all unnecessary planning constraints. We will be prepared for the compulsory expropriation of all unused land banks and the fast-tracking of permits.
Sourced: Britain Deserves Better – The Workers Party Manifesto
We will begin a programme of social housing that will over-ride all unnecessary planning constraints. We will be prepared for the compulsory expropriation of all unused land banks and the fast-tracking of permits.
Britain Deserves Better – The Workers Party Manifesto, Workers Party of Britain (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://workerspartybritain.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/01_Manifesto_FINAL_mar.pdf
- Tyler Kurtis JohnsonRestore Britain
What they say Source: Manifesto
Restore Britain pledged to abolish stamp duty, as part of a package it costs at £155-156 billion of tax cuts.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Every pound saved is earmarked to fund £155-156 billion of tax cuts, including a higher personal allowance, a restored 19% rate of corporation tax, and the abolition of inheritance tax, stamp duty, and insurance premium tax.
Sourced: The Wealth of Our Nation, 3 August 2026
Every pound saved is earmarked to fund £155-156 billion of tax cuts, including a higher personal allowance, a restored 19% rate of corporation tax, and the abolition of inheritance tax, stamp duty, and insurance premium tax.
The Wealth of Our Nation, Restore Britain (party site), published 3 August 2026. Retrieved 24 September 2026. https://www.restorebritain.org.uk/the_wealth_of_our_nation
Explain this
- Personal Allowance
- The amount you can earn each year before you start paying income tax.
- Stamp Duty
- A tax paid when buying a property above a certain price in England and Northern Ireland.
What they say Source: Manifesto
Restore Britain pledged to require developers to fund local infrastructure in an area before construction of new housing begins.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Developers would be required to fund local infrastructure in the area before a shovel goes in the ground. British homes for British families.
Sourced: Rebuild Britain's Industry, Infrastructure, and Energy Security (Our Objectives), 13 February 2026
Developers would be required to fund local infrastructure in the area before a shovel goes in the ground. British homes for British families.
Rebuild Britain's Industry, Infrastructure, and Energy Security (Our Objectives), Restore Britain (party site), published 13 February 2026. Retrieved 24 September 2026. https://www.restorebritain.org.uk/environment_infrastructure
- Briony Anne Lonbay KapoorRejoin EU
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- Peter NewmanReform UK
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK's 2024 contract states it would make it cheaper and easier for leaseholders to extend leases to 990 years and to buy their freeholds.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
All potential charges for leasehold or freehold residents must be clearly stated and consented to. Enforce Section 106 agreements. Ensure it is cheaper and easier to extend leases to 990 years and buy freeholds.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: owning.
Sourced: Our Contract with You (Reform UK 2024 general election manifesto)
All potential charges for leasehold or freehold residents must be clearly stated and consented to. Enforce Section 106 agreements. Ensure it is cheaper and easier to extend leases to 990 years and buy freeholds.
Our Contract with You (Reform UK 2024 general election manifesto), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://assets.nationbuilder.com/reformuk/pages/253/attachments/original/1718625371/Reform_UK_Our_Contract_with_You.pdf
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK's 2024 contract states that social housing allocation would prioritise local people and those who have paid into the system, with foreign nationals placed at the back of the queue.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Reform Social Housing Law Prioritise local people and those who have paid into the system. Foreign nationals must go to the back of the queue. Not the front.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent from a council or housing association.
Sourced: Our Contract with You (Reform UK 2024 general election manifesto)
Reform Social Housing Law Prioritise local people and those who have paid into the system. Foreign nationals must go to the back of the queue. Not the front.
Our Contract with You (Reform UK 2024 general election manifesto), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://assets.nationbuilder.com/reformuk/pages/253/attachments/original/1718625371/Reform_UK_Our_Contract_with_You.pdf
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says a Reform UK government would deliver an additional 50,000 new affordable homes a year.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
A Reform UK government will deliver an additional 50,000 new affordable homes per year.
Sourced: Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document)
A Reform UK government will deliver an additional 50,000 new affordable homes per year.
Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 25 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies/affordable-social-housing
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What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says being in work would be a requirement to access new social housing built under its scheme.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Being in work will be a requirement to access new social housing built under this scheme.
Sourced: Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document)
Being in work will be a requirement to access new social housing built under this scheme.
Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 25 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies/affordable-social-housing
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says the criteria for new and existing social housing would give priority to veterans, those in work and married couples.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
The criteria for occupation of new and existing social housing will be overhauled with priority given to veterans, those in work and married couples.
Sourced: Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document)
The criteria for occupation of new and existing social housing will be overhauled with priority given to veterans, those in work and married couples.
Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 25 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies/affordable-social-housing
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says it would end access to social housing for foreign nationals, evicting them after a short grace period.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Reform UK will end access to social housing for foreign nationals, evicting them after a short grace period.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: someone is on a visa or seeking asylum.
Sourced: Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document)
Reform UK will end access to social housing for foreign nationals, evicting them after a short grace period.
Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 25 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies/affordable-social-housing
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says it would sell up to 25,000 social houses a year through a renewed Right to Buy programme.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
The sale of up to 25,000 social houses per year through a reinvigorated Right To Buy programme will create a new generation of homeowners, with proceeds used to part fund this national building project.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent from a council or housing association.
Sourced: Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document)
The sale of up to 25,000 social houses per year through a reinvigorated Right To Buy programme will create a new generation of homeowners, with proceeds used to part fund this national building project.
Affordable Social Housing for Working Britain (policy document), Reform UK (party PDF). Retrieved 25 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies/affordable-social-housing
Explain this
- Right To Buy
- The right of many council tenants to buy their home at a discount.
What they say Source: Manifesto
Reform UK says it plans to build 50,000 new affordable homes a year for British workers, funded without new taxes or government borrowing.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Our plan to build 50,000 new affordable homes a year for British workers, funded with no new taxes and no government borrowing.
Sourced: Our Policies (Reform UK policy page)
Our plan to build 50,000 new affordable homes a year for British workers, funded with no new taxes and no government borrowing.
Our Policies (Reform UK policy page), Reform UK (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. https://www.reformparty.uk/policies
- Ketankumar PipaliyaUK VOICE safer and stronger UK
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- Zack PolanskiThe Green Party
What they say Source: Own words
Says he will campaign for much more affordable housing and for rent controls.
In their exact words Source: Own words
to put as much pressure as we can on Labour to lower bills, for much more affordable housing and rent controls, to reduce massive wealth inequality and to make sure Labour don’t back down on climate action by allowing more North Sea drilling.
Sourced: Statement to voters: Zack Polanski
to put as much pressure as we can on Labour to lower bills, for much more affordable housing and rent controls, to reduce massive wealth inequality and to make sure Labour don’t back down on climate action by allowing more North Sea drilling.
Statement to voters: Zack Polanski, Zack Polanski (candidate), via Democracy Club. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://candidates.democracyclub.org.uk/person/7505/
What they say Source: Manifesto
The Green Party's 2024 manifesto pledged 150,000 new social homes every year.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
We pledge to provide 150,000 new social homes every year through:
Sourced: Green Party Manifesto 2024: Providing Fairer, Greener Homes for All, 12 June 2024
We pledge to provide 150,000 new social homes every year through:
Green Party Manifesto 2024: Providing Fairer, Greener Homes for All, Green Party of England and Wales, published 12 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://greenparty.org.uk/about/our-manifesto/providing-fairer-greener-homes-for-all/
Explain this
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
What they say Source: Manifesto
The Green Party's 2024 manifesto pledged rent controls (relevant to renters).
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Rent controls
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: renting.
Sourced: Green Party Manifesto 2024: Providing Fairer, Greener Homes for All, 12 June 2024
Rent controls
Green Party Manifesto 2024: Providing Fairer, Greener Homes for All, Green Party of England and Wales, published 12 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://greenparty.org.uk/about/our-manifesto/providing-fairer-greener-homes-for-all/
Explain this
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
- Jonathan SilbermanCommunist League
Nothing published that we could source on this topic.
- Helen Spiby-VannChristian Peoples Alliance
What they say Source: Manifesto
Christian Peoples Alliance pledged to make second homes a separate planning use class from main residences, with automatic permission to revert a second home to a main residence but not the reverse.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Second Homes to be a different use class in planning to main residence (to protect rural communities) with automatic planning permission for reversion from Second Home status to Main Residence status, but not the other way round.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: owning.
Sourced: Christian Peoples Alliance General Election Manifesto (Updated 2026)
Second Homes to be a different use class in planning to main residence (to protect rural communities) with automatic planning permission for reversion from Second Home status to Main Residence status, but not the other way round.
Christian Peoples Alliance General Election Manifesto (Updated 2026), Christian Peoples Alliance (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. https://cpaparty.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPA-Manifesto-cover-2026.pdf
What they say Source: Manifesto
Christian Peoples Alliance pledged to remove 'marriage value' from lease extensions and freehold purchases, which it says would cut costs for leaseholders by up to £100,000 in simple cases.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Remove the concept of ‘marriage value’ from all lease extensions and freehold purchases. In relatively simple cases, of leases of less than 50 years outside of Prime Central London, this will reduce the cost to leaseholders by up to £100,000.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: owning.
Sourced: Christian Peoples Alliance General Election Manifesto (Updated 2026)
Remove the concept of ‘marriage value’ from all lease extensions and freehold purchases. In relatively simple cases, of leases of less than 50 years outside of Prime Central London, this will reduce the cost to leaseholders by up to £100,000.
Christian Peoples Alliance General Election Manifesto (Updated 2026), Christian Peoples Alliance (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. https://cpaparty.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CPA-Manifesto-cover-2026.pdf
- Patrick Thomas StillmanLiberal Democrats
What they say Source: Own words
Says the Liberal Democrats have a distinct message on housing and on giving young Londoners a fair chance to build a life in the area.
In their exact words Source: Own words
We have a distinct, confident liberal message - on housing, on safety, on giving young Londoners like me a fair shot at building a life here
Sourced: Statement to voters: Patrick Thomas Stillman
We have a distinct, confident liberal message - on housing, on safety, on giving young Londoners like me a fair shot at building a life here
Statement to voters: Patrick Thomas Stillman, Patrick Thomas Stillman (candidate), via Democracy Club. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://candidates.democracyclub.org.uk/person/108761/
What they say Source: Manifesto
The Liberal Democrats' 2024 manifesto pledged 150,000 new social homes a year, stronger renters' rights and the abolition of leasehold.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
A fairer housing market including by building 150,000 new social homes per year, strengthening renters rights and abolishing leasehold.
Sourced: Lib Dems Launch Manifesto for a Fair Deal (Camden Liberal Democrats), 10 June 2024
A fairer housing market including by building 150,000 new social homes per year, strengthening renters rights and abolishing leasehold.
Lib Dems Launch Manifesto for a Fair Deal (Camden Liberal Democrats), Camden Liberal Democrats (party site), published 10 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://fleet.libdems.org.uk/001b000000Q0NIB/news/article/lib-dems-launch-manifesto-for-a-fair-deal
Explain this
- Manifesto
- A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
What they say Source: Manifesto
The Liberal Democrats pledged to immediately ban no-fault evictions, make three-year tenancies the default and create a national register of licensed landlords.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
Delivering a fair deal for renters by immediately banning no-fault evictions, making three-year tenancies the default, and creating a national register of licensed landlords.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: rent privately (including a shared student house).
Sourced: For a Fair Deal - Liberal Democrat Manifesto 2024 (full document)
Delivering a fair deal for renters by immediately banning no-fault evictions, making three-year tenancies the default, and creating a national register of licensed landlords.
For a Fair Deal - Liberal Democrat Manifesto 2024 (full document), Liberal Democrats. Retrieved 25 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.libdems.org.uk/fileadmin/groups/2_Federal_Party/Documents/PolicyPapers/Manifesto_2024/For_a_Fair_Deal_-_Liberal_Democrat_Manifesto_2024.pdf
- Ben WalkerUKIP - NO to Illegal Immigration
What they say Source: Manifesto
UKIP states it opposes the ban on no-fault evictions.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
The Party opposes the ban on no fault evictions.
What this could mean for you
This would apply to you if: renting.
Sourced: The UKIP Living Manifesto 2025
The Party opposes the ban on no fault evictions.
The UKIP Living Manifesto 2025, UK Independence Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://irp.cdn-website.com/f6e3b8c6/files/uploaded/2025_Manifesto_-_REV3_MASTER_COPY.pdf
What they say Source: Manifesto
UKIP pledged to drop any requirement on developers to build affordable homes.
In their exact words Source: Manifesto
The Party will drop any requirement to build affordable homes.
Sourced: The UKIP Living Manifesto 2025
The Party will drop any requirement to build affordable homes.
The UKIP Living Manifesto 2025, UK Independence Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://irp.cdn-website.com/f6e3b8c6/files/uploaded/2025_Manifesto_-_REV3_MASTER_COPY.pdf
Go deeper on housing and property: independent sources
- ONS: housing statistics
- Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 (as enacted)
- Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (as enacted)
- UK House Price Index (HM Land Registry)
Cross-cutting: polling, fact-checking, parliamentary research
- Commons Library: constituency data dashboards
- electionleaflets.org: archive of election leaflets, searchable by area
- Electoral Commission: political finance register (donations, loans, spending)
- Full Fact
- House of Commons Library research briefings
- Institute for Government
- Ipsos Issues Index: what the public says matters most
- LG Inform: council performance and finance data
- Local Elections Archive Project: every council result since 2002
- mySociety Local Intelligence Hub: data by constituency
- UK Parliament: Commons votes (every division, how each MP voted)
- UK Parliament: petitions, with signatures by constituency