The government published detailed guidance for landlords and letting agents on the changes introduced by the Renters' Rights Act 2025. The guidance covers the new tenancy regime, updated possession grounds, rent increase rules, and tenant rights coming into effect on 1 May 2026.
The GOV.UK guidance covers all aspects of the new tenancy regime including the move to periodic tenancies, new possession grounds, rent increase restrictions, anti-discrimination rules, pet provisions, and the requirement to provide tenants with an information sheet.
Action required
Read the guidance in full. Update your tenancy agreement templates, serve notice procedures, and rent review processes in line with the new requirements before 1 May 2026.
Effective
Guidance published January 2026; changes effective 1 May 2026
Who this affects
All private landlords and letting agents in England
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