Changes to rules, costs, rights and services that could affect people renting their home.
From 6th October 2026, new Awaab’s Law duties will apply to relevant social and private landlords in Scotland. The new rules introduce set timescales for investigating reports of damp and mould, giving tenants written information about the findings and starting required repairs. Change at a glance Last checked: 29th September 2026Change takes effect: 6th October…
Scottish wrongful-termination payments are changing on 6th October 2026. Find out who may qualify, how the new 3 to 36 times rent calculation works, and what tenants and landlords need to know.
From 6 October 2026, Scotland’s qualifying period for certain succession rights under a private residential tenancy falls from 12 months to 6 months.
Right to Rent checks in England change from 1 October 2026. Find out what the new digital verification rules mean for renters, landlords and letting agents.