Renters' Rights Act 2025: What Islington Landlords Must Know from May 2026

This briefing is written for The Islington Agent’s clients and community, focusing on practical implications for the local market.

Key points

• Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions end from 1 May 2026; tenancies become periodic.

• Landlords must use Section 8 with valid grounds to regain possession.

• Rent increases limited to once per year and must reflect market rent; tenants can challenge.

• High private-renter share in Islington means outsized local impact.

• Some landlords may sell, increasing supply for first-time buyers.

• A new Private Rented Sector Ombudsman will handle disputes.

• Letting agents advise reviewing agreements and compliance ahead of the deadline.

What this means in practice

For buyers, the priority is affordability and negotiation leverage; for sellers, pricing strategy and presentation remain decisive. For landlords and tenants, regulatory change and supply constraints will shape outcomes across 2026.

Next step

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