New Guidance for Members on Recontracting Practice

By Victoria Tolmie-Loverseed
Director of Standards
Posted 05/06/2026
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Following implementation of the tenancy reforms in Renters’ Rights Act (2025) on 1st May, the National Codes has become aware that some Members are considering ways to move tenants from existing tenancy arrangements onto common law agreements. This note is being issued to Members to explore some of the issues and risks involved in these practices, and all Members are requested to take note of its contents.

The guidance note can be downloaded here.