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Earlier in the summer, the Supreme Court handed down a landmark judgment in the case of A1 Properties (Sunderland) Ltd v Tudor Studios RTM Company Ltd [2024] UKSC 27.

In England and Wales, Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 ("54 Act") is a cornerstone of commercial leasing.

A recent case highlighted the importance of formal Will execution, where a Will written on mince pie and fish fillet packets was validated, reinforcing the need for proper documentation to avoid legal disputes.

The Renters Rights Bill, debated in the House of Commons on October 9, could have significant unintended consequences, as seen in Scotland's similar legislation. Scotland's reforms, which limited evictions and extended tenant protections, correlated with reduced rental stock, rising rents, and diminished landlord confidence, especially among new and small-scale landlords. A recent study highlights challenges including increased rent, fewer affordable rentals, and tenant empowerment gaps due...

The UK aims to reduce carbon emissions by 81% by 2035, with the construction sector responsible for 40%. The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard promotes sustainable practices in building design, construction, and use.

In Re Valorem Holdings Ltd [2023], the High Court granted unprecedented interim relief in a shareholder dispute involving serious misconduct, including sanctions violations. The court's orders included director removal, evidence preservation, and travel restrictions, highlighting the power of interim relief in corporate governance.

Luxury brands must proactively protect their trademarks, reputation, and combat counterfeiting through a comprehensive strategy, including legal enforcement, market monitoring, online presence, and consumer education to maintain exclusivity and value.

The Renter's Rights Bill had its third reading in the House of Commons on Tuesday 14 January where Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook introduced further amendments. There are several key amendments...

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act requires overseas entities holding UK property to update registrations annually. The new 2023 Act adds compliance layers, including additional reporting notices, complicating due diligence for businesses involved in UK property transactions.

The High Court's decision in Lane v Lane [2024] EWHC 2616 (Ch) validated a verbal agreement for share transfer in a family business, emphasizing enforceability under trust and contract principles. The case underscores the risks of informal agreements and highlights the need for formalised shareholder arrangements, clear succession plans, and well-drafted legal documents to prevent disputes and ensure seamless share transfers upon death.

The pharmacy business sale process involves deposit agreements, due diligence, drafting of sale contracts, property transfer, NHS contract applications, funder coordination, and post-completion tasks to ensure smooth ownership transition.

Shareholders lacking director status may face challenges accessing company records to identify unfair prejudice. Courts can grant pre-action disclosure of key documents in exceptional cases, enabling shareholders to investigate concerns and pursue claims effectively under the Companies Act 2006.

In Fang Ankong & another v Green Elite Ltd (in liquidation) (Virgin Islands) [2025] UKPC 47, the Privy Council considered whether an informal understanding between shareholders was enough to authorise substantial distributions from a company.

The government has recently announced changes to the accounting and reporting thresholds which apply to charities. These changes will take effect in September of this year and will alter the reporting requirements that apply to many charities.

Mediation with narcissists can be challenging due to their lack of empathy and need for control. Effective strategies include setting clear boundaries, focusing on objectives, using objective language, and promoting self-reflection.

The retail landscape is evolving with three primary models: bricks-and-mortar, online-only, and omnichannel. Emerging structures like pop-ups, subscriptions, and social commerce offer innovative ways for businesses to engage consumers.

The *Lehner v Lant Street Management* case clarifies leaseholder protections under the Building Safety Act 2022, emphasizing broader interpretations of cladding remediation and offering practical guidance for applying the legislation.

On 28 November 2024, lawyers from our real estate team had the pleasure of attending Bisnow's Women Leading Real Estate conference, where some of the most influential professionals in the UK real estate industry came together.