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Everything you need to know about ending a fixed term tenancy

Ready to go? Here’s what you need to do

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 2 April 2024 | 3 min read
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Ending your fixed-term tenancy requires giving your landlord written notice. For agreements signed on or after 11 February 2021, you must provide at least 28 days' notice before the term's expiry date.

To end a tenancy early, you can:

- Reach a written agreement with your landlord.

- Assign the tenancy to a new tenant.

- Apply to the Tenancy Tribunal for severe hardship.

For free advice on your rights, contact Tenancy Services or the Citizens Advice Bureau.

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