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Disabled Resident Faces Eviction Over Family Breach

9/13/2025

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Shahidul Haque, 59, faces eviction from his one-bedroom flat in Reading's David Smith Court, meant for residents over 55.
He claims limited English skills hindered his understanding of the tenancy agreement.
Haque's family moved in unknowingly breaching the agreement.
Southern Housing cites noise complaints and misuse of emergency pullcords as eviction reasons.
The case is scheduled for January 6 at Reading County Court, considering Haque's disabilities and low income.

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Story summary

Shahidul Haque, 59, faces eviction from his one-bedroom flat in Reading's David Smith Court, meant for residents over 55.
He claims limited English skills hindered his understanding of the tenancy agreement.
Haque's family moved in unknowingly breaching the agreement.
Southern Housing cites noise complaints and misuse of emergency pullcords as eviction reasons.
The case is scheduled for January 6 at Reading County Court, considering Haque's disabilities and low income.