Petition Social housing: when tenant passes away council must not be able to evict family

The government should bring in legislation stopping councils evicting family members following the passing of the person on the tenancy agreement.

68 signatures

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Created by Bonnie price
Deadline 23 April 2026 All petitions run for 6 months
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