Is Your Tenant Now Claiming Universal Credit?

• Published date: 31 July 2020
• Subject Matter: Real Estate and Construction, Landlord & Tenant - Leases
• Law Firm: Gilson Gray
• Author: Ms Elaine Wallace

Today I want to talk about a number of changes in recent weeks to the Universal Credit system and how this may affect you as a landlord.

I have previously discussed other positive changes in the letting industry as a result of the impact of Covid-19. The Office of National Statistics (ONS) estimates that claims for Universal Credit in Scotland have risen by 856,500 last month.

All Landlords will need to familiarise themselves with the new system. Many tenants, although still employed will now be eligible...