Guidance

Rental discrimination under the Renters' Rights Act 2025

Guidance for local councils in England.

From:
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Published
13 November 2025
Last updated
6 May 2026 — See all updates

Applies to England

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Rental discrimination under the Renters' Rights Act 2025

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For the purpose of this guidance, rental discrimination is the unfair treatment of people in the private rented sector who have children or receive benefits.

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Published 13 November 2025
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  1. Added a link to tenant guidance.

  2. First published.

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