Fear Vs Fact - Can I evict my Tenant if they break the terms of their Tenancy Agreement?
Landlords will absolutely retain the right evict tenants who breach their tenancy. However, the Renter's Rights Act does require landlords to be far more diligent in their record keeping, communication and compliance, as possession claims will now rely on evidenced based grounds.
From 1 May 2026, Section 21 ‘no‑fault’ evictions are abolished and landlords will no longer be able to evict without giving a legally recognised reason. However, the Renters’ Rights Act does not remove a landlord's right to evict a tenant who breaches their agreement. Instead, the Act strengthens and expands Section 8 grounds for possession, ensuring landlords can still recover their property for genuine, provable breaches such as:
- Rent arrears
- Anti‑social behaviour
- Damage or misuse of the property
- Other breach of tenancy terms that can be evidenced
This does mean that the success of an eviction now depends entirely on the quality of your documentation, which is something some landlords may find challenging.
The support of a good letting agent ensures that:
- Every missed payment is logged
- Every communication is recorded
- Every inspection is documented
- Every breach is backed with evidence
Without this paper trail, eviction claims can fail, even when the tenant is clearly at fault.
At Gibson Honey, we have been preparing for this change for some time, and are here to help. So if you are concerned about the upcoming changes, or would like to find out how to stay compliant, please call us for a free - no obligation review.
01895 625999 - lettings@gibsonhoney.co.uk