Head of Private Sector Housing
Newham Council is implementing the Renters' Rights Act 2025, revising its private sector housing enforcement policy to enhance tenant rights.
Newham Council revised its Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy in May 2026 as part of implementing the Renters' Rights Act 2025 (RRA25), which came into effect on May 1, 2026. The RRA25 introduces reforms including the abolition of Section 21 no-fault evictions and a limit on rent increases to once per year.
The updated policy, approved by Interim Chief Executive Paul Martin on April 29, 2026, includes new responsibilities for local authorities and a discretionary 10% uplift on civil penalty starting points. Maximum civil penalties can reach up to £40,000 for certain landlord offences.
Key facts
- Newham Council revised its Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy in May 2026. Source
- The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (RRA25) came into effect on May 1, 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The RRA25 introduces the abolition of Section 21 no-fault evictions. Source 1 Source 2
- Interim Chief Executive Paul Martin approved the implementation plan on April 29, 2026. Source
- The revised policy includes a discretionary 10% uplift on civil penalty starting points. Source
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