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Key elements of the legislation, including a ban on evicting tenants in England without a reason, come into force on Friday.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Under the new law, the grounds for evicting tenants are significantly tightened up.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

He says she was working on evicting her son before she left on a midsummer trip to Norway.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

Flores said evicting him makes no sense because the property is intended to be used as affordable housing that he qualifies for.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2025

“It’s Mr. Beiderman, and he’s not evicting us. He’s not renewing our lease,” Mama said.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser