Heating oil

If you are having issues paying for heating oil, you may be able to get help via the Essential Living Fund, which is administered for the whole of Essex by Southend City Council.

Tenants

Advice for tenants Find out what your responsibilities are as a tenant.
Find a property to rent Find sources of information to help find a property to rent.
Harassment and illegal eviction Find out how we can help if your landlord is harassing or illegally evicting you.
Housing standards If you rent your property, your landlord has a responsibility to keep your property well maintained and safe. Find out how we can help if your landlord is not upholding their responsibilities.
Renters Rights Bill (GOV.UK) Find out about the Renters Rights Bill and how that affects your rights as a tenant.

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