Housing law: terminating an Assured Shorthold Tenancy in England

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This business guide explains how landlords are able to terminate an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) and regain possession of a private rented property in England.

The information set out in this business guide explains the position regarding ASTs only. It is therefore important to determine what tenancy you have in place, and our business guide https://www.nfuonline.com/member-resources/housing-law-an-overview-in-england/ will help you to identify this. If you are unsure, please contact NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458 for further advice.

Please note that the information in this business guide applies to properties let in England only.

Housing law is changing. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (RRA) gained Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 and the government has now set out a phased timetable for implementing the various changes. Except where otherwise indicated, this guide deals with the law as at the date of publication. Members wanting to know more about the upcoming changes should contact CallFirst on 0370 845 8458.

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