The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025. Most of its substantive provisions were scheduled to come into force in staged implementation, with the first wave of changes taking effect in early 2026 and the broader reforms (such as the abolition of Section 21 and the shift to new tenancy grounds) following on the appointed commencement dates thereafter. Different parts of the legislation are being rolled out over time, so the exact “effective date” depends on which provision you’re asking about (for example, temporary enforcement powers for local authorities may start after Royal Assent, while the main tenancy reforms become active on a later commencement date). If you’d like, specify the particular provision (e.g., abolition of Section 21, new tenancy terms, rent control/processes, or enforcement powers) and I can provide the most current phased start dates and what changes landlords and tenants should expect at each stage.