Renters’ Rights Act 2025

In short, the answer is yes.  Under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, landlords can regain possession of their rental property to move back in themselves – or to allow a close family member to live there.  They can do this using Ground 1 of the new Section 8 possession framework.  Section 21 no longer exists. … Read more

Looking for clarity on how enforcement will work under the Renters’ Rights Act?  Under the new enforcement system, landlords will be easier to investigate and easier to penalise. That’s a concern – but if you stay up to date and follow the correct process, there’s no reason these changes should lead to fines, court action or other sanctions.  On this page, we’ll break down what’s changing, so … Read more

Concerned about the new pet rules in the Renters’ Rights Act? You may have heard the rumours about the new Act. Landlords are worried about being forced to accept pets, having damage payouts limited to the deposit, or being sued for rejecting an application. But this isn’t the full story. It’s true you can no … Read more

Want to understand what the Decent Homes Standard is, and how it’s set to work under the Renters’ Rights Act?  The Decent Homes Standard introduces a baseline for housing quality. If a privately rented home fails to meet the required standard, local councils will be able to take enforcement action – and that can include financial penalties.   But the … Read more

Want to understand how the new Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database will work under the Renters’ Rights Act?  The PRS Database is designed to make landlords more transparent and easier to hold to account. That may feel like added pressure. But if you’re a responsible landlord, it shouldn’t be a worry – as long as you understand what’s changing and what you’ll need to do … Read more

Learn about the new mandatory landlord redress scheme and how to stay compliant with the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 to avoid fines and resolve tenant disputes.

This guide details the new mandatory Written Statement of Terms for 2026, helping landlords meet deadlines and avoid £7,000 fines under the Renters’ Rights Act.

Looking for guidance on fines and penalties for unlawful evictions under the Renters’ Rights Act? On this page, we’ll break down what’s changing, so you know what to expect.