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Law & Regulation

There are many landlord responsibilities to keep on top of. And new landlord rules are being added every year. OpenRent can keep you up to speed with property and housing law in the UK, so it’s simple to stay compliant with regulations. We cover landlords’ legal duties in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

how much can a landlord increase rent in 2025
3 September 2025

How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent in 2025?

electrical safety
27 August 2025

EICR Explained: Electrical Safety Certificates for Landlords

periodic tenancy agreements
26 August 2025

Going Periodic: What Happens When a Tenancy’s Fixed Term Ends?

What Does Freehold Mean? Freehold, Leasehold and Commonhold Explained
12 August 2025

Freehold, Leasehold and Commonhold Explained

what is subletting and is it illegal in the uk
5 August 2025

What is Subletting and is It Illegal in the UK?

decent homes standard private rented sector 2025
31 July 2025

What the New Decent Homes Standard Means for the Private Rented Sector

tenant fees act 2019
29 July 2025

Tenant Fees Act 2019: Banned Tenant Fees and Payments for Landlords

has the renters reform bill been passed
24 July 2025

Has the Renters Reform Bill 2024 Been Passed?

when will section 21 be abolished
15 July 2025

When Will Section 21 Evictions Be Abolished?

right to rent check
10 July 2025

All You Need to Know About Right to Rent Checks