England boosts tenants’ rights without abolishing landlords’

From May 1, English tenancy law brings an end to no-reason evictions, marking a new phase in the regulation of residential tenancies. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 constitutes a major reform of the housing market, as it redefines the relationship between landlord and tenant.

It introduces clearer rules and a more balanced institutional framework, limiting what had previously been extensive contractual freedom. The new regime affects both the legal structure of tenancy agreements and the...