For tenants, April is a useful point to pause and plan. With rents still rising across the UK and the first phase of rental reform approaching in England, this is a good time to review your budget, renewal options and next move.

The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the biggest changes in private renting in decades. This guide breaks down the facts landlords need now, including key dates and compliance steps.

From 1 May 2026, the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act will come into force across England, introducing significant changes to how rents can be increased in the private rented sector. For landlords, the key change is that rent increases will become more regulated and must follow a formal legal process.

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 makes major changes to how tenancies in England can be ended.