An introduction to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

This webinar provides a practical introduction to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, focusing on security of tenure, lease renewal and termination procedures. It will examine when the Act applies, how business tenancies are renewed or brought to an end, and the principal grounds on which landlords can oppose renewal. The webinar will also highlight the key risks, timing considerations and strategic issues that commonly arise in practice.

Topics covered include:

• Understand when the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 applies to business tenancies.
• Explain the concept of security of tenure and its practical implications.
• Identify the procedures for lease renewal and termination, including notices under sections 25 and 26.
• Recognise the statutory grounds on which a landlord may oppose renewal.
• Appreciate the key practical and strategic considerations that arise in disputes under the Act.