Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing assured and assured shorthold tenancies in England and Wales. Key for determining tenant rights and landlord obligations in most residential tenancies.

Housing Act 1985: Legislation governing secure tenancies, primarily relating to social housing and local authority tenancies.

Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Critical legislation protecting tenants from illegal eviction and harassment, setting out criminal offenses for landlords who don't follow proper procedures.

Law of Property Act 1925: Foundational property law legislation establishing basic principles of property ownership and transfer in England and Wales.

Civil Procedure Rules: Rules governing court proceedings in England and Wales, including specific procedures for possession claims and enforcement.

Pre-Action Protocol for Possession Claims: Procedural guidelines that must be followed before initiating court proceedings for possession, designed to encourage alternative dispute resolution.

Common Law Principles - Notices: Established case law and principles regarding the proper service, format, and validity of legal notices in property matters.

Grounds for Short Notice: Specific legal circumstances allowing for very short notice periods, including serious anti-social behavior, domestic violence cases, and severe breaches of common law tenancies.