A prominent industry supplier says greater clarity over what constitutes fair Wear and Tear would slash the number of end-of-tenancy disputes.

The Association of Independent Inventory Clerks says landlords who are unable to distinguish between fair wear and tear and genuine damage are likely to raise disputes; often they may have no record of their home pre-tenancy, which makes it more likely they will lose disputes, even if their case is justified.

Damage caused by negligence does not fall under Wear and Tear but items, fittings, or fixtures that have been worn through natural use would be classified this year.

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