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Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 / Renters (Reform) Bill / SDLT

UK Residential Property Law & Tenancy Rights Guide 2026

Guide to UK property law, Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST), landlord repair duties under Section 11, tenancy deposit protection, and Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Landlords must protect the deposit in a government-approved tenancy deposit scheme (TDP) within 30 days of receiving it and provide prescribed information.