Section 21 has been abolished for new tenancies under the Renters Rights Act 2025. Section 8 is now the primary eviction route using specific statutory grounds.

• Section 21 abolished for new tenancies from June 2025
• Section 8 requires a specific ground from Schedule 2 Housing Act 1988
• Ground 8: 2+ months rent arrears (mandatory)
• Ground 14: nuisance/anti-social behaviour (discretionary)
• Notice periods vary by ground (2 weeks to 2 months)

Legal reference: Housing Act 1988 Schedule 2; Renters' Rights Act 2025