England
Renters’ Rights Act: tenant guidance
The Renters’ Rights Act has changed how landlords let out private properties. This overview of the main changes is for tenants.
Source checked 16/10/2026
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Renter rights & legislation
Start with the rules for your property’s location. England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have different housing systems.
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England & Wales
Tenancy deposit protection
Tenant's guide to deposit protection schemes - your deposit, information landlords must provide, disputes and advice.
Source checked 16/10/2026
Scotland
Private renting in Scotland
Scottish Government policy on standards, tenancies and rights for tenants and landlords in the private rented sector.
Source checked 16/10/2026
Wales
Renting Homes: tenants
Guidance for tenants who rent their home from a landlord.
Source checked 16/10/2026
Northern Ireland
Private renting: rights and responsibilities
If you're a tenant in private rented accommodation, you and the landlord have certain rights and responsibilities. A landlord must give you written information to tell you the rent, length of tenancy, rates and what the deposit can be used for. You might get help to pay your rent.
Source checked 16/10/2026
Students · England, Scotland & Wales
Student Council Tax exemption
Your Council Tax bill - how to work it out, who has to pay, discounts and exemptions for students and disabled people, second homes, empty properties, paying the bill and getting the Council Tax rebate.
Source checked 16/10/2026
Renting as a student?
Shared contracts, guarantors, accommodation types and Council Tax deserve a closer look.
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