Legal Eagle: Renters’ Rights

New laws coming in from May 2026 will change the landscape for both tenants and landlords, and your latest Legal Eagle podcast is here to unpack what it all means in plain English.

JR from Henry Roberts Solicitors in Stockport joins Damian on the MIX 56 breakfast show to explain renters’ rights, answer listener questions – and help both sides of a tenancy feel better prepared.

About this month’s podcast

In this episode, JR talks through the Government’s sweeping reforms to renters’ rights, due to start taking effect from May 2026 and what they are designed to achieve for people who rent their homes.

He also looks at why, while the changes aim to give tenants more security and clarity, they may feel more complex and challenging from a landlord’s point of view.

Throughout the conversation, JR keeps the focus on real-life situations, using listeners’ questions to guide the discussion so it stays practical, reassuring and easy to follow.

What’s changing for renters

The new rules are intended to give tenants greater stability, clearer protections and more confidence about their rights throughout a tenancy.

JR explains how the changes are expected to affect issues such as notice periods, rent increases and the circumstances in which a landlord can ask a tenant to leave.

He also highlights where renters can go for help and why it is important to get advice early rather than waiting until a problem has escalated.

What it means for landlords

For landlords, the same reforms can feel more complicated – and in some cases, more restrictive.

JR talks calmly through the main pressure points for landlords, from navigating the new rules around ending a tenancy, to staying compliant with updated requirements and timescales.

The aim is to help responsible landlords plan ahead, avoid pitfalls and maintain good relationships with their tenants under the new regime.

Why this episode matters

With so much change on the horizon, clear and trustworthy information is essential for everyone involved in renting.

This month’s Legal Eagle podcast is all about taking the jargon out of the law so that tenants and landlords alike can understand what is coming, ask the right questions and make informed decisions.

Whether you are worried about your home, your investment, or you simply want to be ready for 2026, JR’s friendly guidance offers a calm voice and a clear route through the new rules.

Need more advice?

Get in touch with JR at Harvey Roberts Solicitors in Stockport.  He can help you, wherever you are based in the country.   Find out more at Harvey Roberts Solicitors.