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Rent rises of up to 88% still passing in England despite Renters’ Reform Act

Published November 3, 2026 7:59 am • Updated November 3, 2026 8:22 am •
Rent rises of up to 88% still passing in England despite Renters’ Reform Act
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Exclusive: While tenants are challenging increases in record numbers, renters and landlords say system is ‘not working for anyone’The rent tribunal system is “not working for anyone”, tenants and landlords have said, as rent increases of up to 88% continue to be approved despite Labour’s pledge to curb unfair rises.Tenants are challenging rent increases in record numbers since the Renters’ Reform Act came into effect…

Exclusive: While tenants are challenging increases in record numbers, renters and landlords say system is ‘not working for anyone’The rent tribunal system is “not working for anyone”, tenants and landlords have said, as rent increases of up to 88% continue to be approved despite Labour’s pledge to curb unfair rises.Tenants are challenging rent increases in record numbers since the Renters’ Reform Act came into effect…

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