Renters' Rights Act 2025: Guide to the Phased Rollout

Everything UK landlords need to know about the Renters' Rights Act 2025 — Section 21 abolition (1 May 2026), new possession grounds, pet rules, the PRS Database (registration opening 15 December 2026) and the Ombudsman (expected 2028). Based on the official GOV.UK Implementation Roadmap.

When do the Renters' Rights Act 2025 changes take effect?

In phases. Section 21 was abolished and existing tenancies converted to assured periodic tenancies on 1 May 2026. The PRS Database opens for registration on 15 December 2026, phased in by region to 15 September 2027, and the landlord Ombudsman is expected in 2028, following the GOV.UK implementation roadmap.