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Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001
48Commencement of payment for rent
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48 Commencement of payment for rent
The tenant may pay or provide, and the lessor may request or accept
payment for, rent only if—
(a) the rent relates to a period from or after the handing over of
(b) unless otherwise agreed, any finish required under the lease to
be provided by the lessor has been substantially provided.