The professional body
for the property sector

The UK Government has published the final version of the document, which sets out key changes for tenants ahead of reforms coming into force on 1 May 2026. Letting agents and landlords now have a clear legal duty to provide this document to relevant tenants, with a strict 31 May 2026 deadline and financial penalties for non-compliance.

For many buyers and renters, the start of 2026 still feels like a balancing act between opportunity and affordability. With interest rates now fluctuating and borrowing costs still elevated compared to previous years, people continue to approach moves cautiously.

The UK Government has published its partial response to the consultation on reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime, confirming a significant overhaul of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) in England and Wales. Once implemented, domestic EPCs will move to four new headline metrics, whilst non-domestic EPCs will continue to use the existing Environmental Impact Rating. Importantly, certificates will still be valid for 10 years under the new regime.