England’s Renters Right Act begins in phases from May 1, 2026, replacing the criticized “no fault” Section 21 route with a new framework. Tenants get a 12-month protected window at the start of a tenancy, during which landlords cannot evict for personal use or to sell. The Act also expands landlord possession grounds under a revamped Section 8, including mandatory cases like rent arrears of at least three months and discretionary cases such as false information—always requiring court evidence and formal enforcement.
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