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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.

has the renters reform bill been passed
4 November 2025

Has the Renters Reform Bill 2024 Been Passed?

rent in advance renters rights act
6 October 2025

Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained

gas safety certificate check
16 September 2025

All You Need to Know About Gas Safety Checks and Certificates

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: Which Tenancy Fees and Payments Are Banned?

right to rent check
10 July 2025

All You Need to Know About Right to Rent Checks

a blonde woman playing with her pet dog at home
16 May 2025

Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know

how to evict a tenant for rent arrears
1 May 2025

How to Evict a Tenant for Rent Arrears