The tenant sought compensation on the termination of his tenancy, but had vacated the premises several months before the tenancy was due to expire.
Held: He lost his right to compensation at the double rate. S37(3) required him to be in occupation for the period immediately preceding the termination of the tenancy.
Citations:
[1999] 43 EG 161
Statutes:
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 37(3)
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Landlord and Tenant
Updated: 24 November 2022; Ref: scu.216655