The August 2026 National Planning Policy Framework introduces Policy N4, establishing a dedicated decision-making framework for development within England's National Parks, the Broads, and National Landscapes. This new policy strengthens protections by requiring substantial weight be given to conserving natural beauty and special qualities...

UK executors and beneficiaries dealing with US assets face significant delays in obtaining IRS Transfer Certificates, with waiting times now extending to two or three years. This comprehensive FAQ addresses the critical questions surrounding Form 706-NA applications, US estate tax requirements, and the practical challenges of administering estates containing US shares and investments when the deceased was not a US citizen.

The Charity Commission has reminded charities that they should be preparing for the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) updated Equality Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations.

School holidays following parental separation require careful planning to balance children's needs with practical considerations. This guidance explores how separated parents can navigate holiday arrangements, reduce conflict over special occasions and travel plans, and maintain focus on children's wellbeing throughout the process.

The UK Government has launched two critical consultations on the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, focusing on valuation rates for lease extensions and freehold purchases, and the allocation of professional costs in enfranchisement claims. These reforms aim to introduce greater certainty and transparency into a process that has historically been expensive and unpredictable for leaseholders seeking to extend leases or acquire freeholds.

Recent reports from the Mediterranean have raised questions about whether Italian customs officials can require yachts to visit non-EU ports before recognizing renewed Temporary Admission periods, despite EU-wide customs rules that appear to permit simpler exit-and-return procedures. This analysis examines the legal framework governing Temporary Admission for non-EU yachts, the evidence requirements for proving departure from EU customs territory, and whether Italy's reported practices align with European U

UK executors administering estates with US shares are facing unprecedented delays of two to three years when seeking IRS estate tax clearance through Form 706-NA applications. These processing bottlenecks, stemming from pandemic-related backlogs and ongoing IRS staffing pressures, are preventing executors from completing estate administration and leaving beneficiaries waiting years to receive their inheritance from US investments.

The Employment Rights Bill introduces sweeping reforms that fundamentally reshape the role of managers in workplace compliance. From day one unfair dismissal rights to expanded flexible working obligations, these changes demand greater legal literacy, rigorous documentation, and enhanced interpersonal skills from those on the front line of employment decisions.

The 2026 Supreme Court judgment in AGNI has fundamentally altered how care providers must assess Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) requirements, moving beyond the previous Cheshire West "acid test" to a holistic, multifactorial approach. What does this mean for care homes evaluating whether residents with dementia can validly consent to their confinement, and how should providers navigate the complex interplay between capacity, consent, and documentation requirements?

The UK spends approximately £2.8 billion annually on temporary accommodation for over 134,000 households, including 176,000 children.

The UK’s housing debate continues to be dominated by one question: how do we build more homes? It is an important question. Housing delivery, affordability and planning reform remain at the centre of government policy and industry discussion. At the same time, the UK’s population is ageing, increasing the importance of ensuring that new homes reflect changing demographic needs. Yet there is another question which arguably receives far less attention than it deserves.