Renters' Rights Act
The Renters’ Rights Act received Royal Assent and became law in October 2025, bringing major changes to the private rented sector in England.
Key reforms
✅ Ending Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions
📅 All tenancies becoming periodic
💰 Limits on rent increases (once per year)
🛡️ Stronger tenant rights and property standards
📋 Mandatory landlord registration and Ombudsman scheme
These reforms aim to improve fairness, security and transparency for everyone involved. We will share more updates when implementation dates are confirmed.
Renters’ Rights Act video guides
▶️ Please select a tile below to watch a short video explaining the key changes introduced by the Renters' Rights Act.
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Landlord Database
‘Register your rental property’
As part of the Renters' Rights Act, landlords will be required to register themselves and their rental properties on the government's 'Register your rental property' service.The register will help improve transparency in the private rented sector, give tenants greater confidence when renting and support local authority enforcement.For properties in the South East, registration opens on 15 March 2027 and must be completed by 14 June 2027.Landlords will need to provide information about their properties and upload relevant safety documentation, such as gas safety, electrical safety and energy performance certificates.
Further information for landlords can be found here: Get ready: 'Register your rental property' service - Housing Hub