Michael Harling

Finally! After more than a decade of protests and wrangling and activists shining a light on the more pernicious activities of landlords, the Renters’ Rights Bill became law on the first of May 2026.

Landlords can no longer charge several month’s rent as a security deposit, or raise the rent whenever they feel like it, or continue to charge you rent on a flat you moved out of until they find anothe