The Renters Rights Bill
An update on where The Renters Rights Bill is currently as of 05.09.2025
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Expected Royal Assent
The bill is expected to receive Royal Assent in 2025, with the changes coming into effect in the second half of 2025 or early 2026.
Committee Stage
The Committee Stage is in progress and nearing the final stages.
Abolition of Section 21
The Government has indicated that once the bill passes, Section 21 notices will be abolished “as soon as possible”, potentially as son as the beginning of 2026.
Royal Assent Estimated
The bill is estimated to receive Royal Assent in September 2025.
Abolition of Section 21 “No Fault” Evictions
Landlords will no longer be able to evict Tenants via a Section 21 (no fault eviction) notice, a valid reason will be required, and requires Landlords to have grounds under Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 to regain possession of their property.
Single System of Periodic Tenancies
All new and existing fixed-term Tenancies will be converted to Periodic Tenancies, meaning they can be ended by either the Tenant or Landlord giving the appropriate notice.
Enhanced Tenant Protection
The bill aims to give greater rights and protections to renters, including making it illegal for Landlords to discriminate against prospective Tenants based on benefits or children, and ensuring Landlords address hazards like damp and mould within a specific time.
New Decent Homes Standard (DHS)
A new DHS will be introduced for the Private Rental Sector, setting minimum standards for housing quality.
Private Rented Sector Landlord Ombudsman
A new ombudsman will be established to resolve disputes between Landlords and Tenants in England.
Private Rented Sector Database
All Landlords will be required to register themselves and their properties on a Private Rented Sector Database.
Impact on Landlords & Tenants
Landlords
The changes will require Landlords to adapt to a new system of Periodic Tenancies and to ensure their properties meet the new Decent Homes Standard.
Tenants
The changes are expected to provide greater security and stability for Tenants, with the abolition of “no-fault” evictions and the introduction of a single system of Periodic Tenancies.