Phase 1 of the new Renters’ Rights Act is due to be implemented on 1 May 2026. Amongst other key changes and requirements, the government have published the new information sheet that must be served on all tenants with an existing written assured shorthold tenancy (AST), along with guidance in respect of written information to be provided to those with an oral tenancy. These requirements must be met on or before 31 May 2026.
Written tenancies
The information sheet details how tenants will be impacted by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. The sheet provides an overview of the key changes in light of the implementation of the new act, including changes to fixed terms, increasing the rent and information on ending the tenancy.
Oral tenancies
If your tenant has an oral tenancy that was created before 1 May 2026 you must instead provide certain written information to tenants including, but not limited to the following:
- Landlord name and address;
- Details of the property;
- Key details of the tenancy and other statutory information.
What you need to do now
The information sheet or written information must be provided to tenants on or before 31 May 2026. Failure to do so could result in a fine of up to £7,000.
The documents must be served in hard copy format or as a PDF attachment to an email.
If you have a landlord who manages your property, your agent must also provide this information to tenants, even if you have already done so.
If you require any advice or assistance in respect of this guidance or more information on the Renters’ Rights Act, please contact our property litigation team.
