EICR renewals in 2026: the 5-year clock is up for many landlords
2026 marks five years since the electrical safety rules became mandatory for existing tenancies in England. If you arranged an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) around the original 2021 deadline, there’s a good chance your renewal falls this spring. Key point: the requirement is to have installations inspected and tested at least every 5 years […]
Landlord checklist 2026: what you must do now, what to watch, and what can wait
2026 is set to be a turning point for landlords in England. Compliance renewals are stacking up, and the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 begins its first major phase on 1 May 2026, changing how tenancies work and how possession can be regained. Missing the big dates can cost time and money — but trying to […]
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: what’s actually in force now
Since the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, there’s been a lot of noise—especially around “what starts when”. So here’s the clean, landlord-focused version: a small first wave of provisions is now live from 27 December 2025, but the headline tenancy reforms (including the end of Section 21) are not […]
November 2025 Landlord Round-Up: Renters’ Rights Act Timeline & Autumn Budget Tax Changes
November has been a big month for landlords in England. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is now law, with the government finally publishing a detailed implementation roadmap, and the Autumn Budget 2025 has confirmed higher taxes on rental income and expensive homes. If you let property in England, the next 18–24 months will reshape both […]
Renters’ Rights Act is now law: what landlords need to know (and do next)
The Government has confirmed that the Renters’ Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, becoming the Renters’ Rights Act. Ministers describe it as the biggest shift in renting rules in a generation, affecting England’s ~2.3m landlords and ~11m tenants. Headline changes at a glance Important: The Act is now on the statute book, […]
Section 8 under the Renters’ Rights Bill: winning arrears claims when the bar is higher
Section 21 is set to go. Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, landlords will rely far more on Section 8 – with longer notice periods and a higher “serious arrears” threshold on the way. This step-by-step playbook shows how to secure possession swiftly and lawfully. Quick status (October 2025) Bottom line: plan for the new thresholds […]
Stay Legally Safe in 2025: Why a Compliance Check Could Save Your Eviction Notice
Serving a Section 21 or Section 8 notice in England should be straightforward—but all too often, it’s invalidated by missing or non-compliant paperwork. The cost? Months of delay, extra rent arrears, and possible enforcement action. In 2025, landlords and letting agents face stricter rules—particularly around sanctions reporting—and local councils are actively pursuing breaches. The safest […]
Are Section 21 Notices Still Valid? What Landlords Need to Know in 2025
Yes, you can still serve a Section 21 notice today, but the clock is ticking. The Renters’ Rights Bill (often called the Renters’ Reform Bill) is moving quickly through Parliament and is on track to abolish “no‑fault” evictions as soon as October 2025. Act now to protect your position and plan for a post‑Section 21 […]
What Are Possession Proceedings? A Guide for Landlords (April 2025)
Possession proceedings are the legal steps a landlord must follow to regain lawful possession of a rental property in England and Wales. As of April 29 2025, two statutory routes remain available under the Housing Act 1988, with further reforms proposed but not yet in force. This article explains the current law and highlights confirmed future changes so […]
Can I File an Eviction Notice Online?
In today’s digital-first world, landlords are constantly seeking more efficient and streamlined ways to manage their properties — especially when it comes to difficult processes like eviction. One question we hear regularly at Possession Proceedings is: “Can I file an eviction notice online?” The short answer is: yes, but with a few important caveats. Online […]