Today marks a major turning point for landlords & their businesses, as key provisions of the Renters’ Rights Act come into force.

From today (1^st May 2026) fixed-term ASTs are replaced by periodic agreements, and Section 21 ‘no-blame’ evictions are no more.

The Act also includes tighter rules on rent increases, rent in advance, stops rental bidding wars and discrimination against tenants with children or in receipt of benefits. In addition, landlords are now required to consider requests for pets & may only refuse them with reasonable justification.

These changes fundamentally change how your tenancies are managed moving forward.

With increased enforcement powers and financial penalties for non-compliance, it is essential that landlords understand the changes and take steps to ensure they remain compliant.

To mark the launch of the Renters’ Rights Act, the DASH team are excited to be launching our own news.

Tickets for the East Midlands 2026 Housing Conference are now available to book.

It takes place on 20th October, and we’re thrilled to have housing law expert David Smith back with us as Keynote Speaker.

The theme this year is 'Six Months On: Renters’ Rights Act in Practice' and there will be loads of practical guidance and information for housing professionals in the private rented sector.

Last year’s event was a great success, and we were oversubscribed so please book early to secure your place. Tickets are just £10 and entry allows you to listen to all the speakers, a range of practical workshops as well as refreshments and snacks.

Follow this link to book your place  

In addition to the conference, DASH have also launched various courses to help landlords and agent navigate life post Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) which are open for bookings now:

·     How to Start Tenancies Post 1 May: Getting It Right From Day One

·     How to Terminate APT After 1st May: A Practical Guide to Section 8 Notices

·     Health & Safety Essentials for the PRS Landlords & Agents

·     HHSRS 2: The Future of PRS Property Standards for Landlords & Agents

Our FREE regular (and very popular) Don and Linda online information session for landlords will be held via MS TEAMS on 15^th May 2026 at 12noon for one hour DASH Online Information Session – click here to book

During the session we will talk all things RRA implementation and share some of the questions & answers we have received about the new rules from fellow landlords.

Finally, just a note of thanks to all you professional landlords and agents out there and the DASH Services team speak with many of you day in day out. DASH Services appreciates the vital service you provide & the brilliant job you do, and we hope you are able to navigate these changes & thrive.