Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales, particularly assured and assured shorthold tenancies, including grounds for possession and notice requirements
Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Key legislation protecting tenants from harassment and illegal eviction, making it a criminal offense to unlawfully evict tenants
Housing Act 1996: Additional legislation amending the Housing Act 1988 and providing further regulations for residential tenancies
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Fundamental legislation setting out the basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in residential properties
Common Law Notice Requirements: Traditional legal principles and case law governing notice requirements and service of notices in property law
Assured Tenancies and Agricultural Occupancies (Forms) (England) Regulations 2015: Specific regulations prescribing the format and content of notices for assured tenancies
Civil Procedure Rules: Rules governing court procedures in England and Wales, including specific requirements for possession proceedings
Pre-Action Protocol for Possession Claims: Court guidelines that must be followed before initiating possession proceedings, including requirements for communication with tenants
