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<p>We are working to bring into force regulations on mandatory electrical safety checks
in the private rented sector as soon as possible, subject to parliamentary approval
and timetable. As outlined in the Government response to the consultation on Electrical
Safety in the Private Rented Sector, published on 29 January 2019, we will work with
industry to produce guidance for landlords setting out the skills and qualifications
relevant to determining competence of those carrying out electrical inspections. We
intend to work with local authorities in England as we develop the range of sanctions
available to them for non-compliance.</p><p>We regularly consult with stakeholder
groups including tenants, and in July 2018, we updated our ‘How to’ guides, a series
of checklists for renting in England which must be provided to tenants at the outset
of all new tenancies. Further consultation with tenant groups will take place when
the Electrical Safety Regulations come into force to raise tenant awareness about
the changes and the ‘How to’ guides will be updated accordingly.</p>
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