Are you living in private student accommodation?
From 1 May 2026 major changes will come into effect that will impact you.
The Renters' Rights Act will affect how students rent private student accommodation. It’s important that you understand these changes as they could impact your living and financial situation.
Here is a summary of the changes that will happen on 1 May
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The type of tenancy agreement offered by accommodation providers, to rent their property, is changing. This will happen without any need for your input.
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Fixed term Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreements will be replaced with rolling Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreements. This means your tenancy will no longer have a fixed end date and will require your action to end it.
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To end the new periodic tenancy and move out, you must give two full months’ notice in writing to the accommodation provider.
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There will also be changes to rules about landlords requesting advance rent payments from you and to rent increases, giving you stronger protection.
If you are living in private rented accommodation, you may need to take action.
On 1 May 2026 you will need to give written 'Notice to Quit' to your accommodation provider to end your tenancy within two months. Check your tenancy agreement for details on how to do this.
Alternatively, you can contact your accommodation provider to discuss the end of your tenancy and agree an end date.
The new act might also have implications for you if you are an international student, care-experience or estranged student, or a prospective student yet to begin your studies.
Want to understand how this affects you and what to do this May?
Visit the Liverpool Student Homes webpages, to find out more information, frequently asked questions, plus how to give your written notice.
If you want to speak to someone at LJMU to get further advice about your own living situation, contact accommodation@ljmu.ac.uk
