Talk to any landlord or letting agent and they're likely to have strong opinions about renting properties to people claiming housing benefit. Whichever side of the fence you sit, accepting tenants who rely on help from the government to pay their rent remains a contentious issue.
Stereotyping still exists and is, quite frankly, appalling. We should be horrified by the lack of respect, understanding and common decency that people claiming benefits face daily.
Yes, it's true there are some who play the system but the majority are doing their level best to deal with the unfortunate circumstances they find themselves in. Over many years I've dealt with thousands of tenants claiming housing benefit who have really struggled to find a home. And make no mistake – it is a home they're looking for.
Landlords and letting agents refusing tenants claiming housing benefit are letting prejudice undermine their business model. Photograph: Frank Baron for the Guard
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