Guidance

Rental bidding: a guide for local authorities and councils

This guide covers what local authorities and councils can do when landlords and letting agents encourage, invite or accept rental bidding.

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
• Published: 13 November 2025

Applies to England

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Rental bidding: a guide for local authorities and councils

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This local authority and council guidance covers Chapter 6 of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 which will come into force on 18 May 2026. This guidance has been prepared to give local authorities and councils guidance in advance.

Published 13 November 2025