Start with GOV.UK and your local council’s housing pages, especially for rules on deposits, eviction and repairs; these are the most authoritative sources for government guidance. Charities such as Citizens Advice and Shelter are not government departments, but they offer reputable information and may explain the rules more clearly. Check the date, location and tenancy type because housing law can differ across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. For a dispute or possible eviction, consider speaking to a solicitor regulated by the SRA or a specialist housing adviser about your circumstances.