ARAG Summer update

Renters Rights Act

Renters’ Rights Act: How the first wave of reforms are reshaping the rental market

In May 2026, the UK private rented sector entered a new era. The first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026, introducing the most significant reform to renting in England in a generation.

So, what has changed so far, how is the market responding, and what should businesses and landlords be preparing for next?

Access to justice

Why access to justice matters

Access to justice remains a critical issue across the UK, with growing pressures on courts and tribunals leaving individuals and businesses waiting longer than ever for resolutions. In this article, we explore the challenges facing the justice system today, the impact of delays on people and organisations, and the important role that legal expenses insurance can play in helping to bridge the gap and ensure fairer, more timely outcomes.

Employment Rights Act

Employment Rights Update: What’s changed so far in 2026 and what to expect next

The UK employment law landscape is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades, following the introduction of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

So, what has changed so far, how is this affecting the workplace, and what should organisations be preparing for next?

Purpose Coalition

ARAG and The Purpose Coalition launch Insuring Justice at House of Commons

ARAG welcomed MPs, insurers, brokers, academics, law firms and other legal sector organisations at the House of Commons on Monday, June 8, for the launch of Insuring Justice, a new report highlighting the role that legal protection plays in extending access to justice and reducing barriers to opportunity.