Renters' Rights Bill
The Renters' Rights Bill has been published.
The Bill will:
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Abolish Section 21 notices
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Ban in-tenancy rent rises, and limit rent increases to once per year, capped at market levels
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Introduce a new Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector
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Create a digital Private Rented Sector database and a new ombudsman service
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Ban rental bidding wars and end discrimination against families and benefit recipients
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Expand the use of Rent Repayment Orders
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What we know so far
The abolition of Section 21, along with moves to end bidding wars and improve standards are at the core of the Government's Renters’ Rights Bill.
Read our rapid review of the Bill and find out more about the key changes.
FAQs
You can find answers to frequently asked questions here.
We will continue to update these as the Bill progresses through Parliament, so make sure you check for updates regularly.
Webinars
Take a look at our series of informative and interactive webinars that were hosted by the NRLA’s Campaigns and Public Affairs Team, focusing on the key features of the Renters' Rights Bill and our work to shape it so far. These videos provide an overview of the main provisions and developments, including how they are likely to affect our members.
Latest news
The contents of the Renters' Rights Bill will be debated in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. In the course of these debates, clauses may be added, altered, or removed.
As the Bill progresses, the NRLA will continue to engage with the Government and parliamentarians to address the concerns and interests of our members and you can keep on top of all the latest news.
