What The Explanatory Notes Tell Us
| Infosheet
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is one of the biggest structural changes to the private rented sector in a generation and with the first phase starting on 1st May 2026, preparation is essential.
The Government has now published the Explanatory Notes, giving important insight into how the new system is expected to work in practice.
Our latest guide breaks down:
✅ What the Explanatory Notes confirm
✅ What details are still to come through secondary legislation
✅ How possession will become more evidence-led
✅ The impact of Section 21 abolition and universal periodic tenancies
✅ What letting agents should be doing now to prepare
From strengthened documentation to preparing for the Tenant Information Sheet and the upcoming national landlord database, the message is clear: strong processes and compliance records will matter more than ever.
Now is the time to review systems, documentation, and landlord communication strategies.
Read the full guide and get Renters’ Rights ready!