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Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) in England and Wales. Sets out the fundamental framework for residential tenancies including notice periods and grounds for possession.

Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Makes it a criminal offense to evict tenants without proper notice and court procedures. Provides essential protections against harassment and illegal eviction tactics.

Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Defines fundamental rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants, including requirements for property standards and maintenance obligations.

Deregulation Act 2015: Contains important updates regarding tenancy deposit protection rules and modifies notice requirements for ending tenancies. Includes regulations about the timing and format of notices.

Section 21 Notice Requirements: Standard notice period of 2 months required for 'no-fault' evictions under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988.

Section 8 Notice Requirements: Variable notice periods from 2 weeks to 2 months depending on the grounds for possession under Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988.

7-Day Notice Circumstances: Special circumstances where 7-day notices might be valid, including serious breach of tenancy agreement, anti-social behavior, and substantial rent arrears.