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📰 1. Government begins preparations for the PRS Database The Government has announced further work on collecting data to monitor the impact of the Renters' Rights Act ahead of the phased introduction of the mandatory PRS Database later this year. This reinforces that landlord registration remains on track as a key part of the reforms. Why this matters Confirms continued progress towards the PRS Database. Landlords should continue preparing digital records for: Gas Safety Cer

The government has published the latest version of the How to Rent Guide, and every landlord and letting agent in England should ensure they are using the most up-to-date version. Providing the correct guide to tenants is an important part of the tenancy process and forms part of a landlord's legal responsibilities. Failing to issue the latest version could have serious consequences, including affecting your ability to regain possession of your property. What is the How to Re

The government has introduced the official Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026, and for many landlords in England, providing this document to tenants is now a legal requirement. If you haven't already issued the Information Sheet to your tenants, it's important to understand what it is, who it applies to, and the consequences of failing to comply. What is the Renters' Rights Information Sheet? The Information Sheet is an official government document designed to explain

A council led jointly by Green and Labour members says it’s going to “engage” with landlords over tougher rental sector enforcement. Lewes district council says it’s strengthening its approach to regulating the private rented sector, “ensuring tenants are better protected and housing standards continue to rise across the district.” On the back of the government’s Renters Rights Act 2025, the council says it’s adopting “a more robust and transparent framework for enforcement,

The new Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database will be at the heart of a long-term monitoring and enforcement framework for the rental sector under the Renters’ Rights Act, according to a new Government policy paper. The document sets out how officials intend to collect, link and analyse data from landlords, tenants, agents, councils, tribunals and the future PRS Ombudsman. It reveals councils are already providing voluntary enforcement data to the Government. This includes ins