On 1 February 2016  the parts of the Immigration 
Act 2014 dealing with a ‘right to rent’ came into 
force in England and Wales.
Under the scheme, landlords must not allow a 
person/s to occupy premises unless they have a 
”right to rent”. You can be fined for breaking the 
law, but you will have a defence if you take proper 
steps to check the identity and immigration status 
of people authorised to live at your property.
Abacus Lettings will ensure that all the necessary 
checks are undertaken to ensure prospective 
tenants have the legal right to rent your property
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