RENTERS’ RIGHTS BILL 2025

The Renters’ Rights Bill is expected to become law this Summer.

One of the changes will be an end to Assured Shorthold Tenancies, this being the most common type of legal agreement for tenants.

Instead landlords and tenants will no longer agree fixed tenancy periods bur rather tenancies will run from month to month until either the tenant serves notice, or the landlord meets one of the grounds for regaining possession of the property. These tenancies will be known as Assured Periodic Tenancies.

During the first 12 months of any new tenancy, landlords will not be allowed to move back into their property or attempt to sell it unless they sell to another landlord who will take over the tenancy thus giving tenants a 12-month protected period.

However a tenant can serve notice to terminate during this period by giving two months’ notice to leave

If you are a Landlord or Tenant and require any advice or assistance please telephone 01606 74301 or email kerry.greatorex@mosshaselhurst.co.uk