McCall v Abelesz

Subject Matter

LANDLORD AND TENANT — Harassment — Withholding services — Suppliers' disconnection of services for non-payments before landlords bought premises — Delays in restoring services — Landlords' unconcern for tenant — Whether harassment — Whether civil action for harassment in breach of statute lies — Rent Act 1965, s 30 (2) (4)

[1976] QB 585; [1976] 2 WLR 151

STATUTORY DUTY — Civil right, whether created — Harassment — Whether statute protecting tenants gives new cause of action — Rent Act 1965, s 30 (2) (4)

[1976] QB 585; [1976] 2 WLR 151

Commentary

Blackstones Criminal Practice 2025
Unlawful Eviction and Harassment of Occupier - Elements Specific to s. 1(3) - Harassment with Intent B13.14

Unlawful Eviction and Harassment of Occupier - Elements Specific to s. 1(3) - Acts Likely to Interfere with Peace or Comfort B13.17