3 November 2025
David Smith featured in property press on Renters’ Rights Act receiving Royal assent
Property Partner David Smith is featured in the property and legal trade press, including Housing Digital, The Negotiator, NetMag, Property 118, Edward Fennell’s Legal Diary and Local Government Lawyer on the Renters’ Rights Act entering the statute books.
The Act, which brings sweeping changes to the private rental sector, received Royal assent on 27 October.
David points out that although the Act is now on the statute books, the practical changes for landlords, agents and tenants will only follow once further regulations are made, saying:
"Some limited provisions will take effect automatically on 27 December 2025, including new investigatory and reporting powers for local authorities and a new duty not to discriminate against tenants with children or those receiving means-tested benefits.
"That last change will have the most immediate impact. Letting agents and landlords should use the time now to review their policies and ensure staff training is in place before the new rules come into force.”
Read David’s comments:
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