Most landlords will never if rarely have to use the courts, but many do.

In particular, if a landlord was vacant possession and the tenant fails to vacate, he will have no alternative but to get a court order for possession.

Below are the main types of court proceedings that landlords may be faced with.  Note that the rules will be changed somewhat when the Renters Rights Act 2026 comes into force.

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