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Tenancy rights checker - what type of tenancy do I have?

What kind of agreement (tenancy) you have with your landlord affects your legal rights. These rights depend on who you rent from, when your agreement started and whether your landlord lives in the same building - not just what your agreement says. Answer a few simple questions here to find out what kind of tenancy you have. (Content applies in England only.)

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/downloads_and_tools/tenancy_rights…
Shelter
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Renting from the council or a housing association

Includes information on rent, repairs, the right to stay in the accommodation and eviction.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/social-housing/
Citizens Advice
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Preventing evictions (PDF)

Links to a factsheet that provides information on the legal rights of tenants to keep their home (security of tenure).

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/globalassets/age-uk/documents/factsheets/fs68_preventin…
Age UK
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Tenants' responsibilities

A tenancy doesn't just give you rights, it also brings responsibilities. It's important to stick to the rules and to get advice as soon as possible if you have problems. (Content applies to England only.)

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/tenants_responsibi…
Shelter
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Regulated tenancies

Most residential lettings by private landlords that began before 15 January 1989 will be regulated tenancies under the Rent Act 1977. This guide explains the characteristics of a regulated tenancy, including the important rights concerning the amount of rent a regulated tenant can be charged and security of tenure.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulated-tenancies
GOV.UK
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Subtenants

Sharing a home can be great, but it's important to choose who you live with carefully and to check that you understand your rights. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/subtenants
Shelter
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Security of tenure when the lease runs out

This explains your rights if you own a flat on a long lease and the lease expires. The law provides security for you to remain in occupation.

https://www.lease-advice.org/advice-guide/security-tenure/
LEASE- The Leasehold Advisory Service
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