Key things tenants need to know about the Renters' Rights Act

Your landlord must issue you with a PDF or hard copy of The Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 by 31 May 2026

Tenancy length

From 1 May 2026 there will be no such thing as a fixed-term tenancy. All tenancies will continue on a rolling basis. This will usually be monthly, unless your tenancy agreement sets out a shorter period, for example weekly or fortnightly. If your tenancy had an end date, it will no longer apply.

Rent increases

From 1 May 2026 rent review clauses in tenancy agreements will no longer have any effect. The only way a landlord can increase the rent is to serve a 'section 13' notice. If you disagree with the increase you can appeal this notice.

Tenancy agreements

From 1 May 2026 all tenants must have a written tenancy agreement or other written record of the tenancy terms. If you do not already have one, your landlord must provide one on or before 31 May 2026.

What happens if you want to end the tenancy

From 1 May 2026, you will be able to end the tenancy at any point by writing to your landlord. When you do this, you must give your landlord at least 2 month's notice and make sure the date the tenancy ends is either a day when the rent is due or the day before the rent is due.