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Landlords bill must be revisited, says Thomas

Minister looking to tackle homelessness, too

A law intended to ensure basic minimum standards in thousands of rented properties across the Island, was 'riddled with errors' when it was drafted six years ago, according to a government minister.

However, Chris Thomas says it must revisit the Landlords Registration Bill, if the Island is to try and stop homelessness.

Mr Thomas, who has promised to present a report on cold, hunger and homelessness to Tynwald in October, says 'everybody is shamed by the quality of some private rented accommodation':

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