Duty to Protect Belongings(DPB)

Duty to Protect Belongings (DPB) is a legal obligation in the UK for landlords, tenants and other occupiers of residential property to protect and safeguard the property and its contents from damage or loss caused by their own negligence. This includes taking reasonable steps to prevent damage or loss and to repair or replace any items damaged or lost due to their negligence. The purpose of DPB is to provide tenants, occupiers and landlords with assurance that their property and belongings will be protected and safeguarded, and to ensure that they are not held financially responsible for damage or loss caused by their own negligence. The scope of DPB covers any damage or loss caused to the property or its contents due to the negligence of the tenant, occupier or landlord. It also covers any damage or loss caused to the property or its contents due to the actions of third parties, such as visitors or trespassers.