Laura Bushaway contributes to a Legal Q&A in Estates Gazette, outlining steps to be taken in anticipation of the Renters' Rights Act
min read1 May 2026 has now passed and, from this point onwards, existing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (“ASTs”) will be automatically converted to Assured Monthly Periodic Tenancies (“AMPTs”). AMPTS will continue on a month by month basis, rather than for a fixed term.
The Government has published secondary legislation, prescribed form documents and guidance including the Information Sheet which landlords need to serve on existing tenants.
What do the changes mean for letting agents managing a portfolio of existing assured shorthold tenancies on behalf of several landlords?
Laura Bushaway, Knowledge Development Lawyer in our Real Estate Disputes team, contributes to a Legal Q&A in Estates Gazette alongside Sophie Gibson, a barrister at Landmark Chambers. The Q&A outlines some of the steps which can be taken during May 2026 to prepare for the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act:
There are several steps you can take during May 2026, including service of a prescribed form information sheet on existing tenants and reviewing your processes for granting tenancies.
Read the full Q&A in Estates Gazette here (subscription required).
