Renters across England have been handed a long-awaited boost, as the Government confirmed that no-fault evictions will officially come to an end from May 2026. The announcement, made on 13 November 2025, marks one of the biggest housing reforms in a generation, and brings a wave of relief to the country’s eleven million private tenants.
For years, Section 21 “no-fault” notices have allowed landlords to ask tenants to leave without giving a reason. Now, that chapter is coming to a close. The change arrives under the new Renters’ Rights Act, which aims to create a fairer, more secure rental system where people have the confidence to build a life in the homes they love.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed called the reform a major step forward, saying people deserve “peace of mind and the security of a roof over their head.”
No-Fault Evictions to become a thing of the past
The shift means renters will no longer face sudden, unexplained evictions. Instead, landlords will need a clear and legitimate reason—such as wanting to move into the property themselves, selling the home, or dealing with persistent rent arrears. It is a move designed to support the many good landlords across the country while protecting tenants from uncertainty and disruption.
The reform has been warmly welcomed by housing groups. Tom Darling, Director of the Renters’ Reform Coalition, said the change will bring much-needed “certainty” to tenants who have long felt vulnerable to unexpected notices. Sarah Elliott, Chief Executive of Shelter, described it as a “pivotal step forward” that gives renters stronger footing than ever before.
Alongside the eviction ban, the new rules will also place fairer boundaries around rent increases, prevent letting agents from encouraging bidding wars, and ensure tenants cannot be rejected simply because they have children or receive benefits. Even pets get a friendlier future, with landlords now expected to consider requests more openly.
For the millions who rent, the reform represents something powerful: the chance to feel secure. To decorate a bedroom without worrying about a sudden move. To stay in a community long enough for friendships to root. To simply feel at home.
It is, in every sense, good news for renters in England.
