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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.

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1 May 2026

Section 21 is Gone: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026

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1 May 2026

Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know

what does the renters rights act mean for landlords
1 May 2026

Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2026

how to increase the rent by serving a section 13 notice
1 May 2026

Section 13 Notices Explained: Increasing Rent on a Periodic Tenancy

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1 May 2026

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

rent in advance renters rights act
1 May 2026

Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained

periodic tenancy agreements
1 May 2026

Periodic Tenancies Explained: How Renting Works from May 2026

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23 April 2026

How OpenRent is Preparing for the Renters’ Rights Act

what is subletting and is it illegal in the uk
8 April 2026

What is Subletting and is It Illegal in the UK?

leasehold reforms in 2025
19 February 2026

Understanding Leasehold Reforms in 2026