What's changing for UK landlords
Plain-English updates on legislation, compliance and the lettings market — written for landlords and letting agents who need to know what to do, not just what happened.
Market news · 31 July 2026
Rent arrears and affordability: what the data shows
Early, documented contact resolves far more arrears cases than formal notices do.
Legislation & policy · 30 July 2026
Renters' Rights Act 2025: what commences in 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 fundamentally reforms private renting in England from 2026. Landlords must prepare for the shift to periodic tenancies and the abolition of Section 21 evictions.
Compliance & safety · 27 July 2026
Awaab's Law: fixed timescales for damp and mould
Hazard reports now start a clock. Investigation and repair must happen inside defined windows.
Legislation & policy · 24 July 2026
The Private Rented Sector Database: what landlords must register
Registration becomes a practical gateway to letting and to possession. Here is what you will need to supply.
Market news · 21 July 2026
EPC C: what landlords should budget for now
Insulation and heating controls usually beat expensive fabric work on cost per point.
Legislation & policy · 18 July 2026
A mandatory ombudsman for private landlords
Membership becomes compulsory, and the ombudsman can order apologies, information and compensation.
Compliance & safety · 12 July 2026
The Decent Homes Standard comes to private renting
The standard that has applied to social housing is being extended to private lets.
Compliance & safety · 3 July 2026
EICR enforcement: what councils are actually checking
An EICR alone is not enough. Councils increasingly ask for the remedial completion evidence.