AHA 1986 Rent Reviews: Complete Two‑Part Webinar Series (Now On Demand)
Our latest two‑part virtual mini‑series on Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 (AHA 1986) rent reviews, is now available to watch on demand.
Sponsored by Roythornes Solicitors, both sessions feature expert insight, practical examples and the clarity needed to navigate one of the most important and often complex areas of agricultural tenancy law.
Presented by:
- George Dunn (TFA)
alongside TFA Recommended Professional guest speakers:
- Ellie Allwood (Brown & Co)
- Edward Briggs (Briggs & Stone)
This 2-part series breaks the rent review process into clear, manageable steps, designed to help tenant farmers understand how rents are assessed, what evidence matters and how to prepare effectively for negotiations or disputes.
Both parts of this series use a constructed rent review example to show how these points apply in practice. To access the example visit: https://tfa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026_TFA_Webinar_Constructed_Example_Rent_Reviews.pdf
Part 1 – Foundations of the AHA 1986 Rent Review
The opening part of the series was recorded on 11 February 2026 and is already proving popular on our YouTube Channel.
It sets out the core principles and issues that shape rent reviews under the AHA 1986.
Topics include:
- Notice timing challenges and whether tenants should serve notice
- How to value farmhouses and annexes
- Comparables vs farm budgets
- Disrepair, outstanding works and game damage
- The impact of diversifications
- Code of Practice considerations
Part 2 – Arbitration, Evidence & Strategy in Rent Review Disputes
The final part builds on the foundations laid out in Part 1. It offers viewers a deeper look at arbitration, dispute resolution and effective presentation of evidence.
Topics for part 2 include:
- How to appoint an arbitrator and the role they play
- Alternative ways to resolve rent review disputes
- What to do if more negotiation time is needed
- Options to help minimise arbitration costs
- Standard vs simplified arbitration procedures
- How arbitrators treat disrepair and game damage
- What tenants must include in a strong statement of case
- Budgets vs comparables – and how to respond if landlords withhold budgetary evidence
- How landlord conduct is considered under the Code of Practice
- Arbitration costs and how they are determined
- Whether rent reductions may be achievable under AHA 1986
- Are there any appeal routes following arbitration?
▶️ Watch the Two‑Part Series On Demand Now
Both sessions are now available to watch back at your convenience on the TFA YouTube channel.
Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming rent review or looking to improve your understanding of AHA 1986 procedures, this series provides the practical knowledge and expert context you need.
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