The Renters (Reform) Bill fell at the dissolution of Parliament on 30 May 2024 ahead of the general election. Labour won the election with a substantial majority and committed to reintroducing rental reform that goes further, including abolishing Section 21 without conditions.
The Renters (Reform) Bill failed to complete its Parliamentary passage before dissolution on 30 May 2024. The Bill had been progressing through committee stage but had not reached Royal Assent, meaning none of its provisions acquired legal effect.
Labour won the general election on 4 July 2024 with a substantial majority. The party committed to reintroducing rental reform legislation and going further than the Conservative proposals, most significantly by abolishing Section 21 without any transition period or conditions linked to court improvement.
Landlords should review their possession strategies and business planning assumptions in light of the expected legislative changes under the incoming Renters Rights Bill.
Action required
Monitor the incoming governments legislative programme. Review your possession procedures in anticipation of Section 21 abolition.
Effective
4 July 2024 (election result)
Who this affects
All private landlords in England
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