The Renters' Rights Bill will bring big changes to the UK’s rental market. As the law moves forward, it’s important that landlords, tenants, and property professionals stay updated. This blog will guide you through the latest updates, what stage the Bill is at, and how the new rules could affect your rental property.
On 15 May 2025, the Bill passed the Committee Stage in the House of Lords. The next step is the Report Stage, planned for:
During these sittings, members of the House of Lords will review the Bill again and may suggest changes. But since the Labour Party, which supports the Bill, holds a large majority in the House of Commons, most suggestions from other parties are likely to be turned down.
Once the Lords finish reviewing the Bill, it will return to the House of Commons. If both Houses disagree on certain parts, they’ll go through a process called “ping pong” to settle the differences. However, under UK law, the House of Lords can delay but not block the Bill from becoming law.
If the last sitting goes ahead on 15 July, the government will have just one week to get the Bill approved before Parliament breaks for summer on 22 July 2025. If not, it will have to wait until 1 September 2025, when Parliament returns.
Once the Bill becomes law, it will introduce several important new rules for landlords. Here are the changes most likely to happen:
All Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) will automatically become rolling tenancies (also called periodic tenancies). There will be no more fixed-term agreements. If landlords want to raise the rent, they must use a Section 13 notice, which they can serve only once a year.
The current “no-fault” eviction process under Section 21 will be removed. If a landlord wants to end a tenancy, they must use a Section 8 notice and give a valid reason from a list of 18 legal grounds.
Landlords won’t be allowed to accept offers higher than the listed rental price. This change will stop bidding wars between tenants.
Landlords will only be able to ask for one month’s rent upfront. This may affect those who let properties to overseas students or tenants without a UK guarantor.
Landlords won’t be able to refuse pets without a good reason, whether before the tenancy starts or during it.
Landlords must deal with serious problems like mould or damp within set timeframes. This rule already applies to social housing and will now cover private rentals too.
Landlords won’t be allowed to reject tenants just because they claim benefits or have children. This aims to make housing fairer for everyone.
The government will set up a Private Rented Sector Ombudsman. This will give tenants and landlords a way to resolve problems without going to court.
The Renters Rights Bill is the biggest change to UK renting rules in years. It will affect how landlords manage agreements, raise rent, and deal with repairs or tenant issues. By staying up to date and preparing early, you can avoid stress and make sure your properties stay compliant.
Not sure how the Renters' Rights Bill will affect your property? Speak to our Lettings Team today for clear advice, help reviewing your tenancy agreements, or support updating your letting strategy. Whether you're a first-time landlord or manage several properties, Crown Home Buying & Letting is ready to guide you.
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