It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Kit Wilby, one time Camden Federation of Private Tenants Organiser. Kit stepped into the role temporarily in 2007 after the previous Organiser left the organisation.  Coming to us highly recommended, she proved to be the ideal person for the post.  The transition […]

Andrea (Andy) Radice, who was a retired local authority officer and Camden Council leaseholder, made contact with our organisation in July 2022, due to having extensive experience of working with housing associations in his job at Lambeth Council in south London. Andy was very keen to use his knowledge and experience of this sector of […]

Some privately rented homes in London need a property licence. If your home needs a licence, your landlord is responsible for obtaining it. Holding the correct property licence is a legal requirement and demonstrates that the property is suitable for occupation and managed to an acceptable standard. As a tenant, if you’re concerned that your […]

It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of a loyal, long-time Camden Federation of Private Tenants (CFPT) member, Christina Raeuchle, following a prolonged illness. Christina served on our Management Committee for a number of years and her direct experience of the vagaries of life in the private rented sector made […]

If you’re struggling to get by, then this is the information guide for you.

If you’re a student renting from a private landlord in Camden then you really need to read this guide produced by the University of London Housing Services.  

Some privately rented homes in London will need a property licence. If your home needs one, your landlord is responsible for obtaining it. Holding the correct property licence is a legal requirement and demonstrates that the property is suitable for occupation and managed to an acceptable standard. As a tenant, if you’re concerned that your […]