Nexus Employment & Tenancy Support (NETS)

In Leicester, many residents face unsafe or exploitative living and working conditions with some living in substandard, even unlivable accommodations that have mould, faulty heating, broken locks or poor sanitisation. Upon discussion with Leicester students and residents alike and in our personal experience, we have found that some landlords often withhold deposits unfairly, and basic amenities - like heating, plumbing or the internet - frequently go unrepaired despite repeated requests. 

 

There are also various third party websites which advertise student accommodations but fail to comply with their “cashback” promotions offered to students. There has been a trend where we often see these websites display these promotions, luring students to rent accommodations through their websites, applying misrepresentation to vulnerable students searching for affordable housing. 

 

It is the case for many residents to get a job to make ends meet where they are underpaid, unfairly dismissed or face unsafe and exploitative working conditions. In these conditions, stress, poor mental and physical health are bound to harm their lifestyle and make it extremely difficult to survive in this economy.

 

Many are unaware about what rights they may have as tenants or employees, and may lack access to affordable advice channels. By addressing these issues together, our project aims to protect Leicester residents and students rights, improve their overall wellbeing and create a fairer environment. 

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If you have any questions email Co-Directors:

 Frances Okechukwu fco4@student.le.ac.uk & Parveer Bagri pkb23@student.le.ac.uk