Tag: section 8
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The Renters’ Rights Act 2026, which goes into force today May 1, 2026, reforms English rental law by abolishing Section 21 “no-fault” evictions, banning fixed-term contracts in favor of rolling periodic tenancies, and prohibiting rental bidding wars. Landlords must use Section 8 for evictions, provide written terms, and limit rent increases to once yearly.
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Landlords in England are currently rushing to issue Section 21 “no-fault” eviction notices before the Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect on 1 May 2026. This surge is driven by landlords’ desires to regain control of their properties before the legal process changes significantly, as the new law will mandate a valid, legal reason for…