Jennet Siebrits 12/12/2025
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Renters’ Rights Act 2025: what’s really changing and what landlords need to do before May 2026
On 27 October 2025 the Renters’ Rights Act became law and the Government’s implementation roadmap suggests a 1st May 2026 switch-on for the new regime.
This Act (previously known as the Renters Reform Bill) is one of the most significant shifts in the private rented sector for a generation. It’s designed to create a fairer, more stable environment for tenants, ultimately leading to a more professional and higher-quality industry for everyone.
While these changes are overwhelmingly positive for tenant security, they introduce new compliance duties and administrative processes for landlords. Successfully navigating this new landscape requires expertise and a commitment to professional standards.
What is the Renters’ Rights Act 2025?
From fixed terms to rolling tenancies: what changes for landlords
The end of Section 21: how Section 8 will work in practice
How the Act will reshape the private rented sector and buy to let
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: landlord action checklist
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