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14/7/25 8:13 pm
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A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.
Allison Thompson, national lettings managing director at LRG, says the PRS could have ended up with a more robust piece of legislation that was easier to implement if ministers had properly considered the sector’s concerns.
The bill goes back to the House of Commons next Wednesday when the legislation should get final approval before receiving Royal Assent and becomes law. It follows the government’s rejection of the last few amendments made by peers in the House of Lords earlier this week, including extending the student possession ground to one and two-bedroom properties and pet deposits.
The abolition of Section 21, the move to periodic tenancies and new grounds for possession will all reshape how landlords let and manage their properties, says Thompson. “What we don’t yet know is when these measures will take effect, and clarity on the implementation timetable is now essential so landlords can prepare with confidence.
“While it’s encouraging to finally see progress, it’s disappointing that many of the practical, evidence-based suggestions put forward by those working in the sector, and by members of the House of Lords, were not fully considered. Constructive engagement with industry experts would have strengthened the Bill and ensured smoother implementation.”
The government has yet to say whether it will confirm an implementation date for provisions to be introduced at Royal Assent, or at later date.
LRG is already training teams and producing practical guidance on what landlords should do now to stay compliant once commencement dates are confirmed, says Thompson.
“The bill’s aim is to create a fairer, more transparent rental system,” she adds. “That will only be achieved if the government provides realistic timescales and clear communication, and we’ll continue to work with landlords, tenants and policymakers to make sure these reforms are implemented in a way that works in practice.”
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