Description
This renters rights act 2026 tenant guide explains the key changes affecting tenants in England, including Section 21 abolition, rent increase protections, the official information sheet requirement and what actions tenants should take to protect their position.
TLA Tenant Fact Sheet
Renters’ Rights Act 2026 — Rights Guide
This Renters Rights Act 2026 tenant guide explains your rights, what landlords must now do, and how to respond if your tenancy is not compliant.
A practical tenant-facing guide explaining what has changed under the Renters’ Rights Act 2026, what rights private tenants now have in England, what landlords and agents must do, and what steps you should take if the official government Information Sheet has not been provided or your rights are not being respected.
This TLA Fact Sheet is a practical rights briefing. It does not replace the
official government Information Sheet
that your landlord or agent must provide in the prescribed manner.
What this guide covers
- The official government Information Sheet requirement
- Section 21 abolition and what it means for tenant security
- Section 13 rent increase protections
- Pet request rights
- How and when to communicate in writing
- What to do if your landlord or agent does not comply
- Practical next steps for tenants in England
Best for
- Private tenants wanting a clear explanation of their new rights
- Tenants who have not received the official Information Sheet
- Tenants dealing with rent, notice, repair or pet issues
- Members needing a practical plain-English rights guide
Related TLA support
- Tenant SOS Hub
- Complaint to Letting Agent Template
- Repair Request / Formal Letter Templates
- Tenant Membership Support
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