The UK government has introduced a new law aimed at protecting domestic abuse victims living in social housing from facing homelessness. The Social Housing Bill, which is set for its second reading in Parliament, addresses a significant loophole that previously forced victims to remain in unsafe situations or risk losing their homes. Currently, landlords cannot evict abusers until the victim has left, and victims in joint tenancies must end the entire tenancy to escape. The new legislation will empower landlords and courts to evict perpetrators while allowing victims to stay in their homes, thus providing them with much-needed security. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that no victim should have to choose between staying in danger or losing their home. Additionally, the Bill aims to reform the Right to Buy system, extending the eligibility period for renters from three to ten years and protecting newly built social homes for 35 years. These changes are seen as crucial steps in supporting domestic abuse survivors and ensuring their safety within their communities.