Renters’ Rights Act Special

About this episode

This episode discusses the implications of the Renters’ Rights Act and answers key questions from property professionals.

The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on the 1st May 2026, but major questions remain for property professionals. In this Q&A special, hosts Richard and Lizzie answer the questions our audience are asking, including: whether fixed-term tenancies survive the transition, how the new possession grounds will work in practice, the impact on rent reviews and tribunal challenges, and whether the court system is realistically equipped to cope with the volume of disputes likely to follow. Rich...

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Hosts: Richard, Lizzie

Topics covered

• Renters' Rights
• Property Law
• Tenancy Agreements
• Dispute Resolution
• Legal Challenges

Keywords

• Renters' Rights Act
• fixed-term tenancies
• possession grounds
• rent reviews
• tribunal challenges
• court system
• disputes

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