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The first rule would not mandate work requirements and time limits; instead, it permits local housing authorities and landlords to implement them.

The bill will update the definition of domestic abuse in housing legislation and force social landlords to set out a policy to support tenants at risk of homelessness because of domestic abuse.

Her experience echoes that of many tenants whose landlords are not legally required to provide floor coverings in all rooms - although there are hopes that the law could change in future.

"There was a period when we were required to use a designated food supplier by our landlords" which "aligns with the timeframe when some patients raised concerns", a spokesperson said.

He said he helped women find accommodation through landlords, and added that women followed him to parties because of his wealthy Dubai contacts.