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Banning letting agent fees paid by tenants

This consultation seeks views on the implementation of a ban on letting agent fees paid by tenants.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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The government announced at the 2016 Autumn Statement that it would consult on introducing a ban on letting agent fees paid by tenants, to improve competition in the private rental market and give renters greater clarity and control over what they will pay.

This consultation paper invites views and comments on how the ban on letting agent fees paid by tenants in England should be implemented and enforced.

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