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Landlords Issue Mass Section 21 Notices Ahead of May 1 Reform

5/5/2026

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Landlords rushed to issue Section 21 eviction notices just before the May 1, 2026 Renters’ Right Act took effect, exploiting a loophole that left tenants vulnerable.
Thousands of renters received such notices and sought legal advice, illustrating the widespread impact of the last-minute evictions.
Shelter reports rent increases of 10-20% and a loss of over 21,000 social homes in 2024-25, deepening the housing crisis.

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Story summary

Landlords rushed to issue Section 21 eviction notices just before the May 1, 2026 Renters’ Right Act took effect, exploiting a loophole that left tenants vulnerable.
Thousands of renters received such notices and sought legal advice, illustrating the widespread impact of the last-minute evictions.
Shelter reports rent increases of 10-20% and a loss of over 21,000 social homes in 2024-25, deepening the housing crisis.