was an inventory recorded and signed by both you and the LL? If not then the deductions are unfounded and in my opinion you have a strong argument against the LL's decisions. How unfair were the deductions which the LL made?

Sorry to jump onto this thread but was wondering if anyone has been in a similar situation to me. Landlord has not put deposit in a scheme but has said that he is putting it in a bank account and any interest accrued will be kept by him. This was paid to him five months before moving in so he is gaining quite a bit of interest. No inventory whatsoever and I know he has claimed off the previous tenants for damage that was already there. Im worried my housemates and I will have deductions from our deposit. The only problem is I missed one months rent a while ago (now paid in full) and I was wondering whether he could use that against me. I am leaving the house in a week. Any links or advice would be appreciated.