A Statutory Instrument (SI) is a type of legislation used in the UK to make a law or regulation. It is a form of secondary legislation, meaning that it is issued by a government department or agency and has been authorized by an Act of Parliament. SIs are used to fill in the details or provide additional regulations or policies to those set out in the Act of Parliament.
In the context of UK housing, SIs are used to make regulations related to the management and regulation of housing and housing services, such as the control of rent levels, the licensing of landlords, and the regulation of housing standards. These regulations are designed to ensure that tenants are provided with safe and secure housing, while protecting the interests of landlords. SIs also set out the rules and regulations for housing associations, local authorities and other housing providers, such as housing cooperatives.
Overall, the purpose of SIs in the context of UK housing is to ensure that tenants have access to