Tenants in England gain new rights as fixed terms end and evictions tighten

6 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Apr 30

From 1 May, the law affects 11 million private renters in England, automatically converting existing agreements to rolling tenancies and requiring landlords to give information sheets.
Section 21 no-fault evictions end for new cases, landlords usually need legal grounds and four months' notice, and rent rises are limited to once yearly with tribunal challenges allowed.
Councils can fine repeat offenders up to £40,000, while ministers promise £60m for enforcement and up to 1,000 judges as landlords warn court delays and reduced supply could worsen.

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