If the tenant/landlord is entirely or for the most part successful in their hearing, they can apply for a suppression order.

Even if a tenant or landlord is not entirely or for the most part successful in their hearing, they can still apply for a suppression order and the Tribunal will consider whether publication is in the public interest or is justified because of the party’s conduct (or any other circumstances of the case).

Additionally, the Tribunal itself can remove personal details from records if it believes that is in the interest of the party.

Tenants and landlords can select an option for suppression of their name and personal details when completing the Tenancy Tribunal application form.

 When a party applies for suppression, the Tribunal will grant it unless it considers that publication is in the public interest or is justified because of the party’s conduct (or any other circumstances of the case).