Renters' Rights Act: overview and impact
Learn about how the Renters’ Rights Act will reform the private rented sector in England.
Summary
The Renters’ Rights Act is set to reform the private housing sector by introducing stronger protections for private tenants against eviction, new rules for private landlords and improved housing standards.
The first provisions of the Act will come into force on 1 May 2026 which includes the end of assured shorthold tenancies and the ban on new section 21 notices.
You’ll learn about the new grounds for possession and notice periods, the new rules for the private rented sector and more.
Course information
Level: Introductory (Level 3)
Face to face training
- Available for: Groups
- Duration: One day
Live webinar
- Available for: Individuals, groups
- Duration: Half day
Individual bookings
| Date | Duration and time | Delivery and location | Cost Eligibility and discounts | Book Booking guidance |
| Wednesday 03 December 2025 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Fully booked |
| Tuesday 09 December 2025 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Book |
| Tuesday 09 December 2025 | Half day 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Fully booked |
| Thursday 11 December 2025 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Fully booked |
| Thursday 11 December 2025 | Half day 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Book |
| Wednesday 17 December 2025 | Half day 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Webinar | £110+VAT | £100+VAT | Book |
What this course covers
This online training covers how the Renters' Rights Act is expected to change the rental sector, including, but not limited to:
the section 21 notice ban
new and updated grounds for possession
local authority enforcement, civil penalties and criminal offences
new offences related to rent repayment orders
changes to the rent increase procedure and a ban on rental bidding
the right to request permission to keep a pet
a private rented sector database and redress scheme
a decent homes standard for private and social tenancies, and the extension of Awaab's law to the private sector
What you'll learn
At the end of this training, you'll be able to understand what the Renters’ Rights Act means for the housing sector.
Who this training is for
You’ll need a basic understanding of housing law.
You might work as an adviser, or for a local authority or social landlord.
Continuing Professional Development
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