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Renters' Voice

@rentersvoice.bsky.social
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Group for private renters who want to make renting in Northern Ireland better for everyone. Supported by @housingrightsni & funded by CFNI If you are a renter & want to get involved or find out more - send a message & we'll get back to you!

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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
We’re very excited to share with you our Legislative Theatre Project 2026 overview! With @artshomelessint.bsky.social we brought together renters from across NI to take part in a project on homelessness prevention in the rented sector. www.youtube.com/watch?v=fole... #PreventHomelessness
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Legislative Theatre Belfast 2026 short
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Interested in joining Renters' Voice? Want to get back involved? We're having an in-person meeting on Friday, 10th July. Join us to discuss our work, the future structure of RV meetings, & our 2027 Assembly & Local elections campaigns Use the QR code to register your interest or DM us directly!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Interested in joining Renters' Voice? Want to get back involved? We're having an in-person meeting on Friday, 10th July. Join us to discuss our work, the future structure of RV meetings, & our 2027 Assembly & Local elections campaigns Use the QR code to register your interest or DM us directly!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Today, our Legislative Theatre participants & facilitators gathered again to meet with members of the policy team to follow up on their commitments after the live performance demonstrated the issues renters face that create homelessness.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
*New Blog Post* Providing Notice to Quit is changing under the Private Tenancies Act 2022, which creates longer NTQ periods that a landlord must give. This year, the DfC launched a consultation on NTQ exceptions & today we discuss the new proposals & our concerns about the future of NTQ in NI.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
This month, Renters' Voice members Jenni & Brigitte spoke on behalf of Renters' Voice at the Trussell "Pathways to end the need for food banks in NI" event. As "experts by experience" they spoke on struggling with affordability in PRS & how rising rents contribute to the cost of living crisis.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Renters' Voice is supporting research into private renters' experiences of paying housing costs through benefits in NI & how housing costs impact finances & well-being! Please follow the link below to complete the survey or follow the QR code provided: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/ulster/ren...
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Everyone has a right to both comfort and safety in their home. No one should live in fear of violence.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
An incredible day at our Legislative Theatre on Homelessness Prevention in the Private Rented Sector. Our cast of private renters came together over several workshops to build a play that spoke to their experiences & challenges in private renting.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
After the performance, audience ideas & suggestions the policy team help devise policy proposals to help improve the PRS sector #rentersvoice
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Only a few hours until Renters' Voice's Legislative Theatre event on Preventing Homelessness within the Private Rented Sector at the MAC Theatre
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
The final day of our Legislative Theatre Workshops! Not long until our live performance on Thursday 21st at MAC!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
*CLOSING SOON* Todays the Last chance to get tickets for our Renters' Voice Legislative Theatre event on Homelessness Prevention in the Private Rented Sector! Our legislative theatre event is taking place on Thursday, 21st May 2026 in the MAC Belfast. www.tickettailor.com/events/housi...
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Select tickets – Renters' Voice Legislative Theatre event – The Mac
Renters' Voice Legislative Theatre event – The Mac, Thu 21 May 2026 - Renters' Voice is a group of private renters' campaigning for the changes we want to see in the private rented sector in Northern ...
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
The Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect in England this week. Renters Voice previously welcomed the act as a major shakeup of Tenants rights in the UK. The Act brings an end to “No Fault” evictions. In NI a tenancy can be ended at any time without explanation through no fault of Renter
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
A different kind of office this morning. Renters' Voice is very excited for the launch of our first Legislative Theatre "Preventing Homelessness in the Private Rented Sector" workshop!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Today's the final day to sign up to participate as a direct participant & actor in the Renters' Voice legislative theatre project! First of 2 of 4 in-person workshops will begin next week on Thursday, 30th April & Friday, 1st May. We'd love you to join this creative process!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Still time to sign up to Renters' Voice's legislative theatre event hoping to explore & transform lives through drama. We hope to bring together experts by experience & policymakers in a creative,constructive dialogue on local renters issues Workshops incl: 30th April, 1st May, 18th May & 19th May
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The Renters' Voice Legislative Theatre event on Homelessness Prevention in the Private Rented Sector is taking place on Thursday, 21st May 2026 in the MAC Belfast, and tickets are available NOW! Book your free tickets here! www.tickettailor.com/events/housi...
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Renters' Voice joined members of Croí for Change at their campaign wrap up event this afternoon. Over the last year Croí for Change campaigned positively against illegal letting fees & Northern Irelands ongoing affordability crisis. We wish all members the best going forward!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Are you a private renter? Do you want to be part of change? We are looking for 15 private renters to take part in our exciting new legislative theatre project. We'd love you to join this creative process! Read more and sign up here: lnkd.in/eqHAei3E
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Renters' Voice attending AgendaNi's #HousingNI conference 2026 this morning, talking all things housing including the status of NI's Private Rented Sector
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Are you a private renter? Do you want to be part of change? We are looking for 15 private renters to take part in our exciting new legislative theatre project. We'd love you to join this creative process! Read more and sign up here: lnkd.in/eqHAei3E
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Renters’ Voice Legislative project aims to highlight issues, influence policy & change practice to prevent homelessness for renters in NI.  We are looking for a group of 10-15 private renters to join us to take part!  No Theatre experience is required & you only need to be a private renter!
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
DFC has launched its consultation on Notice to Quit periods & exceptions under the PTA 2022. The exceptions will allow landlords to provide less notice due to arrears, ASB/criminal behaviour, or landlord need. Renters voice encourages all renters to complete consultation here: lnkd.in/euhwM2JK
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
**New Blog** Today's blog outlines Renters' Voice view on the rise of illegal letting fees and how other groups such as Croí for Change are raising concerns. We believe the law surrounding letting fees must be clearer, more robust, and enforced. www.housingrights.org.uk/professional...
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Renters’ Voice view on illegal letting fees | Housing Rights
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Brian Robson @brianrobson.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
“Overtime [pay] used to be for treats,” says Millar, who works with homelessness people and advocacy group @rentersvoice.bsky.social “Now it’s normal just so I can pay the rent.” giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/...
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‘Affordability is off the scale’: Belfast’s red-hot rental market
Northern Ireland’s gentrifying capital of swagger and soul is reeling as rents rise faster than anywhere in the UK
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
*NEW BLOG POST* The Renters’ Rights Act does not apply to Northern Ireland, but in our latest Renter' Voice blog post we explore its changes & what we believe should be considered to strengthen the protection of private renters in NI.  www.housingrights.org.uk/professional...
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Renters' Voice hoping everyone stays safe during Storm Bram. Whether you're a Renter, social tenant or a home owner be careful. We've gathered some useful numbers below but for further information please check the Met Office website ow.ly/g57w50XG9Xy
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Housing Rights @housingrightsni.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
📅1 December marks the start of Homelessness Awareness Week 2025 At Housing Rights, we strengthen the safety nets to keep people in their homes through our advocacy and casework teams, legal team, and Beyond the Gate project. #SeeThePerson
Housing Rights Homelessness Awareness Week. 
There is an image of a woman and young child sitting on a fold up bed. There is a blue box with white and black text "Homelessness Awareness Week 1 December - 7 December 2025"
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Listen back to our fantastic member Jenni Millar, who was on BBC Radio 4 yesterday, highlighting the need for better protections for private renters to address damp, repairs and unaffordable rent increases:
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Housing Rights @housingrightsni.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Single parent? Private renter? @singleparentrights.bsky.social wants to hear about your experiences. They are running a survey to better understand how single parents are treated in the PRS. All data will be anonymised and used to lobby for change. Find out more and complete their survey below 👇
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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
As the Alliance Party's Housing Spokesperson I support @rentersvoice.bsky.social call to ban no-fault evictions. 🏠 @allianceparty.bsky.social policy paper ‘A New Deal for Private Renters’ confirms it is our view that no fault evictions should be banned. www.allianceparty.org/new_deal_for...
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Housing Rights @housingrightsni.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
In NI, a private renter can be evicted without being given a reason, through no fault of their own. The experience of our clients shows us how devastating this is can be. In a housing crisis, we must prioritise tenant protection and homeless prevention, and #BanNoFaultEvictions. #ProtectRenters
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Today, Renters’ Voice is highlighting our call to the government to #BanNoFaultEvictions Everyone deserves the right to a safe and secure home. By strengthening renters' rights, we can create a fairer housing system where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #HousingCrisis #ProtectRenters
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Renters' Voice: No-Fault Evictions
YouTube video by Housing Rights
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
🛠 Repairs 🛠 👉What can be done? If you have reported repairs to your landlord and are not getting anywhere, you can get in touch with your local council for help 📞 The environmental health team can send an officer out to check your home to see if it meets legal standards 📋
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
⚠️ The law has changed for smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms in private rentals in Northern Ireland ⚠️ Landlords must now install & maintain smoke, heat & carbon monoxide alarms in all properties they rent out to tenants 🔧 and get them checked by a qualified person at least every 5 years 📋
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Want to know if your landlord is registered? ✅ Follow this link: www.landlordregistrationni.gov.uk/public-search
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
The law has changed 👇 Electrical installations in properties must be inspected & tested by a qualified person at least every 5 years. The electrical installations must meet the required standards & landlords must provide tenants with a copy of the report 📋
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
As a renter, you have a right to know who your landlord is, to have your deposit protected, and to know other details about your tenancy ✅
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mickbyrne.bsky.social @mickbyrne.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
With more and more property held in fewer hands, the philosophy of housing distribution is something we need to consider theweekinhousing.substack.com/p/is-it-wron...
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Is it wrong to own more than one house?
The Week in Housing 25/04/25
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
"A Green party council candidate is attempting to evict his Labour opponent from a house he owns using a no-fault notice, despite his party supporting a ban on exactly such kinds of eviction."
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Green party candidate tries to evict Labour opponent from property
Labour says move is hypocrisy since Greens support ban on no-fault evictions such as one served on Labour candidate and her family
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Couldn't agree more - guarantor requirements should be banned ❌ They are discriminatory & unfair 👇
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
So disturbing that this even needs to be a Private Members Bill. The housing crisis is exacerbating the power dynamic between landlord & tenant, and the results are frightening. Minister committed to enacting legislation to ban sex for rent.
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Minister committed to enacting legislation to ban sex for rent
Jim O’Callaghan says ‘appalling, exploitative’ behaviour totally unacceptable as cross-party group introduces Bill with fine of up to €50,000
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Renting is totally unaffordable & not sustainable for so many renters. Every rent increase pushes people closer to their limit. - We need the government to #preventhomelessness, instead of waiting until it happens to step in - We need #rentcontrol - We need #moresocialhomes @irishnews.com
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Average rental listing for a home in Belfast has increased to £1,127 per month - PropertyPal
Northern Ireland rental average up 8.5% over the year to £960 per month in the first quarter of 2025
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
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Generation Rent is trapped in a horror story
My friend’s excellent ghost tale brings to mind the psychological effect of instability and rootlessness experienced by those dependent on landlords
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
‼️The law is changing‼️ Landlords must carry out safety checks on electrical installations within a property every five years to ensure their safety. Failure to carry out these duties could result in fines and/or court proceedings. @belfastlive.co.uk www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...
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Renters advised of new laws coming into force for landlords
Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First, says the legislation will protect over 100,000 renters in NI
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Housing Rights runs a mediation service for renters & landlords - check out this info session if you are interested in finding out more about it 👇
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Nearly one year after the Assembly backed a motion to ban 'no-fault' evictions, we are still waiting for the government to act. No-fault evictions impact renter's health, well-being and finances. As well as lead to #homelessness. We need them to stop 🚫 #housingcrisis #evictions #tenantrights
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Northern Ireland Assembly backs no-fault eviction ban motion
A motion calling on the communities minister to ban no-fault evictions has been backed by the Northern Ireland Assembly.
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Banning 'no-fault' evictions is not only about giving renters much-needed security and stability; it is also about preventing homelessness. #housingcrisis #homelessnessprevention #evictions #tenantrights #northernireland
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Renters' Voice @rentersvoice.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
No-fault #evictions impact many aspects of people's lives - like health, finances & education. They also often lead to #homelessness. In 2024, 3 of our members were evicted through no fault of their own, with one member now living in #temporaryaccommodation. This needs to stop 🚫 #housingcrisis
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