Tenancy checker
Your rights depend on your tenancy type.
Use our checker to find out what kind of tenancy you have.
The law is changing
Private tenants will get new rights.
Renters' Rights Act changes start from 1 May 2026.
For now, your rights stay the same.
Rights in temporary or supported housing
Find out about your rights in:
emergency housing after a homeless application
temporary housing under the main housing duty
Last updated: 19 February 2026