Supporting Our Clients through Legislative Change
The Guild of Letting & Management (GLM) is committed to supporting property professionals through every stage of the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Bill. As this new legislation introduces significant reforms to the private rented sector in England, we will be developing a robust suite of resources and tailored guidance to ensure full compliance.
1. Detailed Guidance Documents
We will provide written guidance covering all key elements of the legislation, including:-
Abolition of fixed-term tenancies and Section 21
Changes to possession grounds under Section 8
Pet Profile
Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database Compliance
Final Stage - House of Lords propose further amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill
During the Lords Committee stage in May 2025, Lords tabled and debated a comprehensive set of amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill. Before the Bill goes moves to Report Stage and the 3rd Reading in the House of Lords on the 1st July 2025, further proposals have been put forward to seek to preserve existing protections where they work well, fill in perceived gaps, and ensure the Bill is fit for purpose. Set out below is a summary of the most recent proposed amendments, The Marshalled List for Report includes the following and a lot more:-
1. Rent-Arrears Thresholds
Possession MAY still be sought after eight weeks’ arrears in weekly or fortnightly tenancies and two months’ arrears in monthly tenancies, rejecting longer grace periods.
2 . Proposed Additional Grounds for Possession
Ground 8A (Carer Ground) – permits possession where the dwelling is required to house a carer for the Landlord or a close family member.
National Landlord Investment Show
Excited to announce that I'll be speaking at the National Landlord Investment Show in London, Old Billingsgate on 9th July 2025! I'll be a panellist on the 'Renters' Rights Bill: Brace for Impact' panel session in the Auditorium between 10:15 and 11:15. If you're a landlord, property professional or new investor, don't miss this opportunity. Learn more and register for your free show ticket here: www.landlordinvestmentshow.co.uk/9-july-london
Final Stages of Renters’ Rights Bill Announced
Government announces the next stages of the Renters’ Rights Bill.
The following time-frames illustrate what may happen:-
1–15 July 2025 – House of Lords Report Stage & 3rd Reading
Three days of debate scheduled. Amendments under discussion.
15–22 July 2025 – Limited Window Before Recess
There are only seven days between the final Lords debate and the Commons summer recess. Will Royal Assent be granted before 22nd July 2025?