Tenant Rights In England

Summary

Tenants in england have the right to quiet enjoyment of their property, protected by the protection from eviction act 1977 and the housing act 1988. Landlords or agents must provide at least 24 hours notice for entry and cannot enter without consent unless its an emergency. Even if a contract clause allows access, the legal principle of quiet enjoyment generally prevails. Tenants can reiterate their rights in writing, consider changing locks temporarily, and seek legal advice or report to local authorities if necessary.

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Which law states that they cannot access the property without my consent
In England, the legal principle that protects tenants in this situation is the right to "quiet enjoyment," supported by the Protection from Eviction Act * and the Housing Act *. These laws ensure landlords must give proper notice and can't enter without consent unless it's an emergency. Have you mentioned these laws in your communication with the agent?
What if in my contract there is the following: *.*.* At any point in the Tenancy,, allow access to the Property to the Landlord's Agent and any estate or letting agents together with any prospective buyer, mortgagee, their surveyors or future Tenant at all reasonable times during normal working hours of the Landlord's Agent upon giving * hours written notice made by any person who is or is acting on behalf of a prospective purchaser or Tenant of the Property and who is authorised by the Landlord or the Landlord's Agent to view the property.
Despite the clause in your contract, the legal principle of "quiet enjoyment" generally prevails. This means that while they can request access with * hours' notice, they cannot enter without your consent unless it's an emergency. It's advisable to inform them of your rights under the Protection from Eviction Act * and the Housing Act *. Have you considered seeking legal advice to address this issue further?
What can I do if the agent is telling me that they are going to access the property regardless of me giving consent
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If the agent persists in accessing the property without your consent:
- Reiterate your rights in writing, citing the Protection from Eviction Act * and the Housing Act *.
- Consider changing the locks temporarily if you feel threatened (ensure you keep the original lock and replace it before you leave).
- Seek advice from a legal professional or tenant rights organization.
Have you considered reporting this behavior to the local council or a tenant advice service?