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The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, effective from 1 May 2026, introduces significant reforms to the private rented sector, including periodic tenancies, the end of Assured Shorthold Tenancies, and strengthened tenant rights.

Landlords must now provide all named tenants with the official Information Sheet by 31 May 2026. This is a mandatory requirement, and failure to comply may result in penalties. Landlords should also retain evidence of delivery to demonstrate compliance.

Estate planning is more than preparing a Will, it’s about creating certainty for your family, protecting wealth, and ensuring your wishes are carried out when it matters most. Many families delay these conversations, but with the right advice, you can reduce inheritance tax, protect your business, and provide lasting clarity for those you care about. At Ward Williams, we bring together legal, financial, and tax expertise to design estate plans that are practical, comprehensive, and built for peace of mind.

As we enter the 2026/27 tax year, the UK tax environment continues to evolve in ways that affect not only how much tax is paid, but how businesses are structured, how wealth is preserved and how long-term decisions should be approached. A number of changes taking effect from April 2026 are particularly significant for business owners, landlords, investors and families with intergenerational wealth considerations. While many of the headline changes will be familiar to those following recent Budgets and fiscal announcements, their practical impact is now beginning to crystallise.