Assured Tenancy Forms

The MHCLG’s publication of the updated assured tenancy forms introduces a series of prescribed notices for a range of statutory purposes, including proposing amendments to tenancy terms and initiating rent increases. As these documents are prescribed forms, their statutory wording must be followed precisely unless a form expressly permits modification. Any unauthorised alteration risks invalidating the notice and, consequently, preventing the intended action from taking effect.

There are currently 9 provisional forms which have been released. You can review the forms here.

Whilst reviewing these provisional forms may assist landlord and agents become familiar with the upcoming changes, it is important to remember that they are not yet in their final and usable form. MHCLG has confirmed that the official versions, which must be used once the RRA 2025 comes into force, will be published on 1 May 2026.

Renters’ Right Act Information Sheet 2026

An additional document that has been released is the new Renters’ Right Act Information Sheet 2026 (the “Information Sheet”).

Failure to provide the Information Sheet by 31 May 2026 in circumstances where it is required may result in non‑compliance with the RRA 2025 and the associated regulatory obligations.

The Information Sheet must be provided where all three of the below points are met:

1)    The tenancy is an assured or assured shorthold tenancy

2)    The tenancy was created before 1 May 2026

3)    The tenancy has a wholly or partly written record of terms, which includes any form of written tenancy agreement

These requirements ensure that tenants who entered their tenancy before the new legal framework takes effect still receive clear and accessible information on how their rights and obligations will change under the RRA 2025.

The Information Sheet should be served after 1 May 2026.

Written Statements of Terms – applicable for tenancies that begin on or after 1 May 2026

The RRA 2025 introduces a new requirement for landlords who are privately renting their properties to tenants. They must provide tenants with a Written Statement of Terms before a new assured periodic tenancy is entered into, from 1 May 2026.

The Written Statement must cover the key tenancy details, including but not limited to:

1)    The identity of the landlord and tenant

2)    Essential tenancy terms, such as rent and notice requirements

3)    Statutory responsibilities, such as repair obligations

4)    Rights of the tenant, such as requesting permission to keep a pet

If a Written Statement is not provided to a tenant, the landlord risks enforcement action by the local authority and could be subject to financial penalties.

By ensuring tenants receive the necessary information required by the new law, this will mitigate risk and ensure that the landlord is legally compliant.

What happens if you do not serve the Information Sheet or Written Statement?

Landlords or managing agents who fail to serve the Information Sheet to existing tenants can face a civil penalty of up to £7,000.

Alternatively, if a landlord fails to provide a new tenant (on or after 1 May 2026) with a Written Statement, they may be fined up to £7,000. However, for repeated non-compliance, this can escalate to £40,000 if the issue is not resolved within 28 days.

At Kitson Boyce, our specialist property dispute resolution team is well-versed in the upcoming changes. If you require any assistance regarding Information Sheets, Written Statements or legal advice regarding the Renters’ Rights Act in general, please contact Fiona Hannaford on 01803 206209 or email [email protected].