15/08/2026
🏡 The Renters’ Rights Act has changed the way private renting works.
As of 1 May 2026, major changes are now in force across England, giving renters greater protection and security.
Here are some of the key changes:
🔑 Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions have ended – landlords must now have a valid legal reason to regain possession.
📅 Fixed-term assured tenancies have been replaced by rolling assured periodic tenancies.
💷 New rent rules – landlords can generally increase rent only once a year, using the correct process.
🐾 Pet requests – tenants have stronger rights to request a pet, and landlords cannot unreasonably refuse.
🚫 No rental bidding – properties must be advertised at a specific asking rent, and landlords cannot accept offers above the advertised amount.
👨👩👧 Greater protection from discrimination – landlords and agents cannot discriminate against prospective tenants because they have children or receive benefits.
🏠 Stronger standards and protections – the Act introduces further measures around property standards, enforcement and tenant protections.
For landlords and letting agents, staying compliant is more important than ever.
At Northwood Bristol, we’ve already adapted to the changes – so you don’t have to.
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