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Section 8 grounds, explained plainly

Straight explanations of the grounds for possession, written from the gov.uk guidance — not a substitute for a solicitor, but a decent starting point.

The Renters' Rights Act 2025

What changed under the Renters' Rights Act 2025

Section 21 is gone. Here's a plain-English summary of what actually changed.

Section 8 basics

Mandatory vs discretionary grounds: what's the difference?

Why the distinction matters and what it means for your case.

Rent arrears

Grounds 8, 10 and 11: rent arrears explained

Three different grounds for arrears, depending on how much is owed.

Landlord's own use

Grounds 1 and 1A: moving in or selling the property

Including the 12-month protected period that catches a lot of landlords out.

Antisocial behaviour

Ground 7A and Ground 14: antisocial and criminal behaviour

The difference between the severe, mandatory ground and the broader, discretionary one.