The Economic Times

UK tenancy rule change from May 1, 2026: Landlords can no longer evict tenants through no-fault evictions, Heres four other changes for tenants in the United Kingdom

The UK's Renters' Rights Act, effective May 1, 2026, significantly overhauls tenant protections. Key changes include abolishing 'no-fault' evictions, capping upfront rent to one month, and prohibiting rental bidding wars. Landlords must now reasonably consider pet requests, and fixed-term contracts are replaced by flexible rolling tenancies, offering renters greater security and stability.