Rats are thriving across the UK, the British Pest Control Association is warning, with milder winters to blame for the increase.

The trade body has developed a new toolkit for landlords on what can be done to help prevent problems with rats.

Here, we have put together some resources for landlords about what to do if a tenant contacts them about a suspected rat infestation.

Who is responsible for tackling the problem?

Rats can cause structural damage to properties, so it is important that any infestation is dealt with swiftly. But, who exactly is responsible for dealing with a suspected rat infestation in a privately rented house? This depends on:

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