The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (Commencement No. 2 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026, made 16th April 2026, bring into force from 1st May 2026 provisions including tenancy reform for assured tenancies, discrimination protections, rent bidding rules, unlawful eviction penalties, and enforcement powers for local housing authorities.
Read the source: legislation.gov.uk — Renters' Rights ↗
Summarised from the official record linked above; figures are as the source states them. Added 15 September 2026.
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Rent can be increased once a year by a Section 13 notice; the tenant can refer it to the tribunal. Read the guide →
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