Liz Walker could have added to her argument (Letters, June 22).
If a judge found against a local authority housing association, he can direct them to reduce or cancel rent from those who did not receive the full value and enjoyment of their tenancies.
Private landlords are obliged to qualify for a licence, which means their properties must have a high level of maintenance.
If the council requires this from private landlords, surely it must apply the same standards to its own properties?
-JH Jenks, Brighton
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