Renters’ Rights Act Masterclass – are you ready for 1 May?

With the Renters Rights Act 2025 now on the statute book, we are just days away from the first stage of the new regime coming into force on 1 May 2026.

This is, without exaggeration, the biggest change in landlord and tenant law for a generation.

From that date:

• All existing ASTs will convert to periodic tenancies
• Section 21 will be abolished
• New rules on rent, notices and tenancy terms will apply
• And, crucially, Local Authorities will have enhanced enforcement powers

Alongside this, under the new regime, Local Authorities will not just have the power to fine landlords – they will have a legal duty to enforce.

So this is not legislation that can safely be ignored.

Are you ready?

If you are a landlord, letting agent or housing adviser, it is essential to understand:

• What changes on 1 May
• What you need to do now
• How to avoid the new (and potentially significant) financial penalties

To help with this, I am running a live 3-hour Masterclass next week where I will be explaining the new rules in detail, along with practical guidance on what they mean in real life.

The Renters’ Rights Act Masterclass

Date: Tuesday 21 April 2026
Time: 9.00 am – 12.15 pm (including a short break)
Venue: Online

During the session, I will:

• Explain the key legal changes in plain English
• Highlight the main risk areas for landlords
• Look at how the new system will work in practice
• Answer your questions

The session qualifies for 3 hours CPD, and a certificate will be provided (subject to attendance being recorded).

Cost

• Free for Landlord Law members
• £40 (inc VAT) for non-members

A recording will be available after the event for Landlord Law Business Level members only.

👉 You can find out more and book your place here

Final thought

We are about to move into a very different legal landscape.

Those who understand the new rules will be in a strong position. Those who do not may find themselves facing problems – and potentially significant penalties.

If you want to feel confident that you are properly prepared, do consider joining me on the 21st.

Click here to find out more and book your place