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Renters’ Rights Act Timeline – Key Dates Announcement

We know the 1st of May 2026 (when Section 21 is set to be abolished) deadline has been grabbing most of the attention. However, the Government has now released new guidance that highlights some other key dates we all need to be aware of.

Most importantly, we’re now looking at a very tight turnaround between January and May 2026. In January, the detailed legal rules and the new official forms for tenancy agreements and possession are due to be published, giving us just four months to get everything in place before the changes take effect on 1st May 2026.

You’ll find the other important dates outlined below:

Provisions Without Set Dates

The following important measures are part of the Act but do not yet have confirmed implementation dates for the private rented sector:

  • Awaab’s Law: Introduction of strict requirements on timescales for dealing with hazards like damp and mould in the PRS. (It is already in force for the social sector from October 27, 2025).
  • Decent Homes Standard: The new minimum standard for housing quality in the PRS (full application expected 2035 at the earliest).

Here at EMPO, we’re already preparing:

The moment the secondary legislation is released in January, our legal and training teams will be ready to launch educational webinars, updated template agreements, and comprehensive guides to get you compliant by May 1st.

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