Date Published 18 July 2025
The long-anticipated Renters Reform Bill will not be passed into law before the summer, as it has now been officially delayed until early autumn. Leader of the House of Commons Lucy Powell has not scheduled any parliamentary time for the Bill to be debated next week. As a result, MPs will break for the summer recess on Wednesday without progressing the legislation.
According to reports, the Bill is now expected to return to the House of Commons on 8 September, shortly after Parliament reconvenes. That session will likely focus on reviewing amendments made in the House of Lords. While the Lords are still scheduled to conduct the Third Reading of the Bill on Monday, it is expected to be largely procedural.
The more substantive discussions—particularly on the wide range of amendments proposed by peers—will be postponed until the Bill returns to the Commons in September. If proceedings continue without further delays, Royal Assent could be granted before 16 September, ahead of the autumn party conference season. We hope that this extended timeline will allow for additional scrutiny and refinement of the Bill's provisions, ultimately supporting smoother implementation for all stakeholders.
At Adams Estates, we remain committed to keeping our clients informed and will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.
