Landlords must provide new information ahead of Renters’ Rights Act

Landlords and letting agents will be required to provide tenants with new official information explaining upcoming changes to rental law, as the Renters’ Rights Act is due to come into force on 1 May 2026.

Haley Howells, Apprentice Paralegal working in our dispute resolution team, provides an update.

The government has published an information document setting out the changes, which must be given to tenants by 31 May 2026. The requirement forms part of preparations for what ministers describe as significant reforms affecting private renters across England.

The document is intended to explain how the new rules will affect tenancy agreements and day-to-day renting. It covers a range of changes, including the removal of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions, changes to tenancy structures and new rights relating to issues such as rent increases and requests to keep pets.

Landlords can provide the information either as a printed document or electronically, for example as a PDF sent by email. Failure to supply the document by the deadline may expose landlords to financial penalties.

The government said the changes are expected to affect around 11 million renters. It has also indicated that further guidance for tenants will be published before the new law takes effect.

Ben Beadle, chief executive of the National Residential Landlords Association, said the publication of the material would help landlords prepare for the changes and provide clarity on what is required ahead of implementation.

The Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 is available on gov.uk

If you are a landlord and would like advice on how these changes may affect your rental portfolio, our specialist Property Litigation team is here to help. Contact Hayley on 01228 516666 or click here to send her an email.