Section 21 has gone: the tenancy rules in force since 1 May 2026
All private tenancies are now assured periodic tenancies, with new limits on rent increases and rent in advance.
Key facts
- Section 21 'no fault' evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026.
- Most new and existing private tenancies became assured periodic tenancies.
- Rent can be increased once a year, using a Section 13 notice.
- Landlords cannot take more than one month's rent in advance, and rental bidding is banned.
- Court claims on Section 21 notices served before 1 May had to be issued by 31 July 2026.
Sources
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