Sharp Leicester

Sharp Leicester Housing advice and advocacy service. SHARP – Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project (Leicester) – was established in 1974 by the Leicester Shelter Group.

We are the only independent Housing Aid Centre that covers all of Leicestershire and Rutland. Over 40 years, we have provided much-needed advice, help and support for thousands of people who have been homeless or facing serious housing problems in the City of Leicester and the counties.

19/11/2025

Damp and mould can cause serious health problems.

Private landlords should take damp and mould seriously. They should try to find out what’s causing the problem, and not blame you for it without investigating.

Our online advice tells you how you can deal with damp and mould, including:

· reporting the problem with our letter template

· landlord inspections

· damp and mould your landlord must fix

· condensation problems

· help from environmental health at the council

· complaints and compensation

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/damp_and_mould_in_rented_homes

03/11/2025

You might have heard that big changes are coming for renters now the Renters’ Rights Act has Royal Assent.

But for now, your rights stay the same. Changes will start from 2026.

New rights for private renters will include:

· section 21 ‘no fault’ eviction is ending

· no more fixed term tenancies

· assured tenancies with strong protection from eviction for most private renters

· a 1 month cap on rent in advance

· changes to how your landlord can increase your rent

28/10/2025
28/10/2025

🚨 Councils and housing associations now have to fix emergency hazards within 24 hours. 🚨

Emergency hazards are problems that could cause you or someone you live with serious harm if they aren't fixed by this deadline.

They include:
➡️ gas leaks
➡️ burst water main pipes
➡️ dangerous electrical wiring
➡️ serious damp and mould that causes breathing problems
➡️ no hot water or heating – especially in cold weather

Fixing the problem can include temporary measures to make your home safe. For example, a mould treatment.
If they cannot make your home safe in 24 hours, they must offer you free temporary rehousing.
Your landlord must also do any further work that’s needed to stop emergency hazards coming back.

Read our new advice page: https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/emergency_hazards_council_housing_association

28/10/2025

The Renters’ Rights Bill has gained Royal Assent! 🎉

This is a historic win for renters. When implemented it means the end of no fault Section 21 evictions.

This wouldn’t have happened without the thousands of you who stood up, shared your stories and demanded change.

We’re now waiting for the government to announce when these new rights will be implemented.

27/10/2025

We've invested around £45 million over the last 18 months to secure 350 houses and flats for use as emergency accommodation for people facing homelessness, and as permanent homes. Full story here: https://ow.ly/4C2F50Xgc5b

Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating from us all at SHARP !
20/10/2025

Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating from us all at SHARP !

16/10/2025
16/10/2025

You could claim housing benefit if you are pension age and your income and savings are low.

Find out more about what causes homelessness.
15/10/2025

Find out more about what causes homelessness.

Join our movement for change this World Homeless Day. Find out more about what causes homelessness and how you can take action.

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13 Welford Road
Leicester
LE27AD

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+441162546064

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