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Plain English guides to your rights as a tenant in England, based on official GOV.UK guidance.

4 May 2026 · 5 min read

What the Renters Rights Act 2025 means for tenants in England

A plain English guide to the six biggest changes that came into force on 1 May 2026 under the Renters Rights Act 2025.

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12 May 2026 · 5 min read

Section 21 abolished: what happens if your landlord still tries to evict you

Section 21 no fault evictions ended on 1 May 2026. Here is what to do if your landlord still tries to remove you.

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20 May 2026 · 5 min read

How to Challenge a Rent Increase in England (2026 Guide)

How to challenge a rent increase in England in 2026 under the Renters Rights Act 2025. Step by step guide to the Section 13 notice and free tribunal process.

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26 May 2026 · 5 min read

What is a section 8 notice and what grounds can a landlord use

A plain English guide to section 8 notices, how they differ from the old section 21, the main grounds, notice periods, and what tenants can do.

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28 May 2026 · 5 min read

How to report illegal eviction in England

What counts as illegal eviction, what the law says, how to report it to the council, how to get an emergency injunction, and what compensation may apply.

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31 May 2026 · 5 min read

What landlords can no longer do after 1 May 2026

Six things landlords in England can no longer do since 1 May 2026 under the Renters Rights Act 2025. Plain English guide based on official GOV.UK guidance.

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29 May 2026 · 5 min read

What is Awaabs Law and what does it mean for tenants

A plain English guide to Awaabs Law under the Renters Rights Act 2025, the timescales for fixing damp and mould, and what tenants can do if a landlord fails to act.

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1 June 2026 · 5 min read

What to do if your landlord breaks the new rules in England

A step by step guide for tenants whose landlord has broken the rules under the Renters Rights Act 2025.

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