Section 21 Abolished: Landlord Eviction Guide
Section 21 is abolished in England from 1 May 2026. Learn the transition rules for historic notices and how new possession claims move to Section 8.
Can landlords still serve a Section 21 notice?
No. Section 21 no-fault notices were abolished in England on 1 May 2026. New possession claims must rely on a Section 8 ground under the Housing Act 1988, as amended by the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Transitional rules govern notices already served before that date.