Open consultation

'Right to rent' draft code of practice for landlords: avoiding unlawful discrimination

• From: Home Office
• Published: 15 April 2026

Summary

Consultation on proposed amendments to the Home Office code of practice for landlords.

This consultation closes at
11:59pm on 29 April 2026

Consultation description

This consultation seeks views on proposed amendments to the Home Office code of practice for landlords on avoiding unlawful discrimination when conducting ‘right to rent’ checks in the private rented residential sector.

The consultation is aimed at landlords and those who undertake ‘right to rent’ checks on a landlord’s behalf, such as letting agencies.

Documents

Draft code of practice for landlords: Avoiding unlawful discrimination when conducting ‘right to rent’ checks in the private rented residential sector

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Ways to respond

Email to:

righttorentandrighttowork@homeoffice.gov.uk

Published 15 April 2026