Renters’ Rights Act - New £7000.00 Fines Implemented

From 22nd June 2026, councils can issue fines of up to £7,000.00 if landlords are found to have serious hazards in their rented properties. From:-

• Landlords who don’t fix dangerous problems like damp and mould now face fines of up to £7,000

• New power now in force in the Renters’ Rights Act so councils can take stronger action where landlords fail to fix problems, alongside existing enforcement powers

• New penalty will speed up fixes, as the Housing Secretary calls on councils to use all powers at their disposal to tackle poor conditions

Private renters will see stronger action on dangerous problems like severe damp and mould, following a new government crackdown.

Councils can now issue fines (from Monday 22 June) of up to £7,000.00 if landlords refuse to fix poor conditions.