Renters’ Rights Act levels the playing field for tenants and landlords

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The Law Society of England and Wales welcomes the Renters’ Rights Bill* that gained royal assent yesterday and urges the government to invest further in the courts.

The act aims to improve the private rental sector by abolishing ‘no fault’ evictions and ensuring that both renters and landlords have clear and fair legal rights in case of a dispute.

Law Society president, Mark Evans, said: “We welcome the Renters’ Rights Bill that became law as it helps level the playing field between tenants and landlords.

“We’re pleased that the Law Society’s calls to stop landlords asking for more than one month’s rent upfront have been accepted. This helps make renting fairer and more accessible for prospective tenants, making a real difference to their lives.

“The decision to end ‘no-fault’ evictions addresses a long-standing imbalance that gave landlords an unfair advantage. The act also introduces new and revised grounds for possession. To ensure fairness for both parties, the government must clarify what kind of evidence landlords will need to provide to invoke those grounds.

“For this act to be successful, the government must now invest in the courts to ensure they can handle the expected rise in contested hearings. Court reform and modernisation is crucial if the Renters’ Rights Act is to help both tenants and landlords.

“The Renters’ Rights Act is an important step towards a fairer housing system that gives both tenants and landlords the necessary foundation for wellbeing, dignity and stability.” 

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*Learn more about the Renters’ Rights Act, which received royal assent on 27 October 2025.