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Historically, Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) have been the most common type of tenancy agreement in the private rented sector.
They typically offered landlords a high degree of flexibility, including the ability to regain possession of their property at the end of a fixed term or via a Section 21 notice—otherwise known as a “no-fault” eviction, which is set to be abolished.
Fixed-term tenancies will be replaced with periodic tenancies, which will enable tenants to stay in their home until they decide to end their tenancy. Tenants will now be required to give 2 months’ notice - this is extended from one month's notice if rent is paid monthly, or 4 weeks' if rent is paid weekly.
Key takeaways
What you need to know
What's changing?
Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, all new tenancies will be periodic from the outset, effectively ending the use of fixed-term ASTs.
What this means
Why is this changing?
The government’s aim is to create a more balanced and secure rental market. By removing fixed terms and “no-fault” evictions, tenants gain greater housing stability, while landlords retain the right to regain possession under fair and transparent conditions.
This change is designed to
What this means for landlords
Landlords will need to adjust their letting practices, but crucially, it will still be possible to regain possession of a property. The Renters’ Rights Bill simply means the process is changing.
Under the new legislation