It was the first property of the landlord to let. The only rental income for old age expenses. The tenant was the council tenant. Rent arrears since last four months. Despite of numerous requests, the tenant refused to give access to the property. Property was newly refurbished before it was let to the problem tenant. The landlord served section 21 notice himself and approached us to take the matter to the court. Upon reviewing the documents, it was found that section 21 notice was wrong. It caused great deal of distress among the landlord. We advised for section 8 notice. The landlord was worried that it will be litigated for long if section 8 route was taken. Upon our assurance, the landlord agreed to proceed with section 8 notice. We served the notice and took the matter to the court. Upon reaching the court, the tenant was present with her friend. She was given access to Duty Solicitor. Upon the hearing, we argued hard and highlighted numerous faults in the whole tenancy. We pleased that adjournment should not be given. The court asked both the parties to go out and narrow down the issues. We negotiated hard and the tenant admitted that owing to her own circumstances she cannot pay the rent. We agreed the settlement and presented the settlement to the court. As per the agreement, the court ordered the tenant to