Section 8 and 13: Rents, Rights and Repossession

By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge to accurately complete and serve Section 8 and Section 13 notices, applying the appropriate grounds for possession in line with the Housing Act 1988 as amended by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

  1. Explain the statutory purpose and legal effect of Section 8 and Section 13 notices under the Housing Act 1988.
  2. Identify the key legislative changes introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act that affect the use, content and timing of Section 8 and Section 13 notices.
  3. Distinguish between mandatory and discretionary grounds for possession under Section 8 and explain how amendments impact their application.
  4. Describe the statutory requirements for rent increases under Section 13, including notice periods and tenant protections as amended.
  5. Recognise common causes of invalid or defective notices arising from non‑compliance with statutory requirements.

Learning in our virtual classroom provides the perfect balance of convenience and engagement. You can join a focused session led by an expert trainer from wherever you feel most comfortable, eliminating the need for travel.

The format mirrors the quality of face-to-face training while allowing real-time interaction with the trainer and other participants, creating an interactive and dynamic learning experience.

With clear guidelines like muting microphones when not speaking and keeping cameras on, the sessions remain professional, collaborative, and distraction-free. 

Please note: The link to your virtual course will be sent to you on the working day before the course date.

Bring this course to your team, your way

This course can be delivered in-house for any number of participants, either in person at your office or online using our virtual platform. There’s no minimum or maximum group size, and we’ll tailor the delivery to suit your team’s needs.

Our highly experienced trainers will work closely with you to make sure the content and format are right. If it’s face-to-face, you just need to provide the venue and refreshments. We’ll handle everything else, including the materials and delivery.

Explore your options

To discuss your requirements and to get a quote call the courses team on 01926 417 792 or email [email protected].

Course dates

Start: 28 May 2026 - 10:00
End: 28 May 2026 - 12:30
Section 8 and 13: Rents, Rights and Repossession - Virtual Platform - Online

Member Cost: £99 (+VAT)
Non Member Cost: £120 (+VAT)

Start: 4 Jun 2026 - 10:00
End: 4 Jun 2026 - 12:30
Section 8 and 13: Rents, Rights and Repossession - Virtual Platform - Online

Member Cost: £99 (+VAT)
Non Member Cost: £120 (+VAT)

Start: 8 Jun 2026 - 10:00
End: 8 Jun 2026 - 12:30
Section 8 and 13: Rents, Rights and Repossession - Virtual Platform - Online

Member Cost: £99 (+VAT)
Non Member Cost: £120 (+VAT)

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