SCHEDULE 1SEviction from dwelling-houses

Errors in noticesS

10(1)Where a notice to which this paragraph applies is completed without taking proper account of paragraphs 1 to 9—S

(a)the notice is not invalid by reason of that error, but

(b)it may not be relied upon by the landlord for the purpose of seeking an order for possession (however described) until the date on which it could have been relied upon had it been correctly completed.

(2)Where sub-paragraph (1) applies, the period for which the notice remains in force for the purpose of seeking an order for possession (however described) is to be calculated by reference to the period which would have applied had the notice been correctly completed.

(3)This paragraph applies to—

(a)a notice to leave within the meaning of section 62 of the Private Housing (Tenancies) (Scotland) Act 2016 served on a tenant,

(b)a notice served on a tenant under section 14(2)(a) or 36(2)(a) of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2001,

(c)a notice served on a tenant under section 19 or 33(1)(d) of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1988,

(d)a notice served on a tenant in accordance with section 112(1) of the Rent (Scotland) Act 1984,

while this paragraph is in force.