Can my landlord come into my home without asking?Beta*

No. You have the right to live in your home undisturbed ("quiet enjoyment"). A landlord or agent must normally give at least 24 hours' notice and visit at a reasonable time, even when the tenancy agreement allows inspections or repairs. They can only come in without warning in a genuine emergency, such as a fire, flood or gas leak. Letting themselves in when they like, or handing keys to tradespeople or other people without asking you, can amount to harassment, which is a criminal offence. Put your objection in writing. If it keeps happening, contact the council's tenancy relations officer.

Sources: GOV.UK: private renting, your rights and responsibilitiesShelter: harassment by a private landlord