The Renters’ Rights Bill has officially received Royal Assent, marking one of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in decades. We’re closely following the developments and what they mean for our landlords and tenants across the UK. This new landlord legislation aims to create a fairer, more balanced rental market across England, impacting both landlords and tenants alike.
A landmark moment for the private rented sector
The Renters’ Rights Act delivers on the government’s Plan for Change manifesto commitment to rebalance the relationship between England’s 2.3 million landlords and 11 million tenants.
At the heart of the Act is the abolition of Section 21 “no-fault” evictions, a long-debated measure that will bring major change to how landlords regain possession of their properties. This step is designed to provide renters with greater security, ending a practice that has pushed many into homelessness and uncertainty.
For landlords, this means a shift towards clearer, evidence-based repossession grounds under strengthened legal frameworks, ensuring that property owners can still reclaim possession for legitimate reasons such as selling, moving back in, or rent arrears.
What will change under the Renters’ Rights Act
The government has confirmed that ministers will soon outline the implementation timeline, but several key reforms are now law and will roll out in stages:
- End of Section 21 evictions – Landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without a valid reason.
- New tenancy rights – Tenants will gain the right to end tenancies with two months’ notice, providing flexibility while protecting landlords through clearer repossession processes.
- Fair rent increases – Tenants will be empowered to challenge unreasonable rent hikes without fear of retaliatory eviction.
- Improved housing standards – Renters will have stronger protection against poor conditions and disrepair.
What this means for landlords
If you’re a self-managing landlord, now is the time to get prepared and stay updated. The details of the legislation’s rollout — including deadlines, notice period changes, and new tenancy structures — will be announced in the coming weeks.
For those using a professional letting agent, you can rest assured that these changes won’t happen overnight. At Curlett Jones Estates, our team will continue to monitor the legislation closely and ensure all our landlords are guided through the process with clarity and compliance.
Our priority is to keep your properties protected, your tenants informed, and your legal obligations fully met.
How Curlett Jones Estates is supporting landlords
As a letting and property management agency, we’re already reviewing tenancy agreements, notice procedures and rent review policies to make sure they align with the new law. Our expert team will:
- Provide clear guidance on how and when changes apply to your portfolio.
- Support tenancy renewals and transitions under the new legal framework.
- Advise on best practices for compliance, documentation and communication.
- Ensure landlords remain protected while maintaining strong tenant relationships.
We see this as an opportunity to raise standards across the board, fostering a more transparent, professional and sustainable rental market in Liverpool and beyond.
Looking ahead
The passing of the Renters’ Rights Bill marks the beginning of a new chapter for the private rented sector. While change can bring uncertainty, it also brings clarity, fairness and stronger foundations for long-term investment.
As implementation guidance is released, we at Curlett Jones Estates will continue to provide updates and advice for all landlords and tenants in our network.
If you’d like to discuss how these reforms may affect your property or portfolio, get in touch with our lettings and property management team today.
