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Consultation Outcome Published 29 Jan 2019 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government ↗ View on GOV.UK

Electrical safety in the private rented sector

We are seeking views and comments on the recommendations made by the Private Rented Sector Electrical Safety Working Group.

Opened 17 Feb 2018
Closed 16 Apr 2018
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The working group has recommended introducing 5 yearly mandatory electrical installation checks for private rented property and that other safety measures be encouraged as good practice and set out in guidance.

This consultation invites views and comments to gather additional evidence on the recommendations made by the working group.

Any legislation brought forward as a result of this consultation will be subject to appropriate assessment.