Eviction can take 6 months and cost £8,000+. But most landlords don't know there are two completely different processes. Using the wrong one could cost you months and thousands of pounds. In 2026, the eviction landscape has fundamentally changed under the Renters Rights Act. Section 21 no-fault evictions are now abolished. This guide explains the current eviction process, the new possession grounds framework, and how to navigate eviction successfully in 2026. Section 21 Evict

The conversation around the Renters' Rights Act has been dominated by fear, particularly the end of Section 21. But this legislative shift should be viewed as a gain in clarity, not a loss of control for landlords. The introduction of 8 new, clearly defined grounds for possession provides a more robust and defensible framework. These grounds are split into Mandatory (e.g., selling the property, significant rent arrears) and Discretionary (e.g., breach of tenancy, antisocial b