Guide

Written statement of terms: what GOV.UK says it must include

For a new tenancy you give the tenant certain written information about its key terms before it is agreed. Letward does not write it. This page points to the official list.

Not legal advice. Every figure on this page states what the linked gov.uk page says.

When and how

From 1 May 2026 you give tenants written information about key terms before the tenancy agreement is signed. It can be part of the tenancy agreement or a separate document.

GOV.UK links the full list in its landlord guidance on written information. Check the list there before you write yours.

Source: GOV.UK: Tenancy agreements: written information for your tenant

What the list covers

The regulations set the minimum. Among other things the information includes:

  • the landlord's name and an address in England or Wales
  • the names of the tenants and the address of the property
  • the date the tenancy starts
  • the rent, when it is due and that increases follow the section 13 process
  • which bills are included
  • the deposit
  • how much notice the tenant must give

Sources: legislation.gov.uk: Statutory Instrument 2026 No. 324; GOV.UK: Tenancy agreements: written information for your tenant

Existing tenancies

Tenancies that began before 1 May 2026 with written terms needed the Information Sheet by 31 May 2026. Those without written terms needed the full written information by the same date.

Source: GOV.UK: Tenancy agreements: written information for your tenant

The fine

If you do not give the information your tenant can complain to the local council and you could be fined up to £7,000.

Source: GOV.UK: Tenancy agreements: written information for your tenant

Sources

Page updated 10 October 2026. Each source shows the date it was last checked. Each guide states what the linked government page says, with the dates and nothing more. England only.

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