Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing modern residential tenancies in England and Wales, particularly Section 8 which deals with possession proceedings and notices for rent arrears
Housing Act 1996: Updates to housing law including amendments to the 1988 Act and additional provisions for tenancy management and enforcement
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Fundamental legislation establishing basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including requirements for property standards and repairs
Landlord and Tenant Act 1987: Additional provisions governing landlord-tenant relationships, including service of notices and property management
Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Crucial legislation protecting tenants from illegal eviction and harassment, setting requirements for proper notice procedures
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Recent legislation controlling what fees landlords and agents can charge tenants, affecting rent arrears and payment requirements
Deregulation Act 2015: Legislation containing important provisions about deposit protection and notice requirements
Tenancy Types Consideration: Analysis required of whether the tenancy is Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST), Assured Tenancy, Regulated Tenancy, or other type as this affects notice requirements
Notice Period Requirements: Current regulatory requirements for minimum notice periods, proper service of notices, and prescribed forms/formats
COVID-19 Regulations: Any remaining emergency legislation or modifications to standard notice periods due to COVID-19 pandemic
