Submitted on Tuesday 13th October 2020
Rejected on Monday 26th October 2020
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Permit university accommodation contracts to be broken during Covid-19
Many students are suffering mental health issues as a result of the pandemic lockdown and associated isolation. Many are considering deferring the year. But, private landlords will only allow students to sub-let and will not allow the contract (a year) to be broken despite these exceptional times.
Students had to decide to go ahead with university with little evidence of how their courses would be delivered, with timetables not available until close to the start date. Students who decide to defer will pay pro-rated university fees, but some in accommodation with private landlords are locked in for the year. If they defer they will not have the student loan to cover the c. £500 a month rent.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
This is a contractual matter between students and their universities or private accommodation providers.
You can find out more about ending your tenancy agreement here: www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/renting-a-home/student-housing/students-in-university-accommodation/student-housing-ending-your-agreement-in-halls/.
You may also wish to sign this petition: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/553285.
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