Important update on landlord repossessions

We’re aware of the upcoming changes affecting landlord repossessions and the use of Section 21 notices. We want to reassure you about how these changes may impact your legal expenses cover.

If you have already served a Section 21 notice, or you serve one before 1 May, it may still be used under the current law. However, the notice must be assessed by us as having reasonable prospects of success. Where this applies, your claim will continue to be handled in line with the terms of your policy, even after the
changes take effect.

If you are considering serving a Section 21 notice, we strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible. We can review your circumstances, confirm whether cover applies, and help you submit a claim in good time. Please note that any claim must be issued by the court no later than 31 July 2026. If it is not issued by this date, the Section 21 notice will no longer be valid.

If you already have a claim in progress, there is no need to take any additional action unless we contact you. For support or advice, please contact our legal advice helpline, where our team will be happy to guide you through your options.

We have also created this notice in PDF format, so you can share with your clients as you please. The document can be downloaded below.