The Government recently revealed its long-term plan for housing in England, with a focus on the regeneration of existing properties and the "densification" of inner-city areas.

One the most common "bones of contention" in the costs of disrepair claims is the cost of expert surveyor's reports. As a rule of thumb, a landlord would expect to pay between...

The issue is not new, but there is no doubt that those involved in the sector will be feeling the heat as the debate rages on.

Following the Grenfell Tower disaster of 2017 there has been a steady stream of cases concerning liability for remediation of fire safety defects.

Our first article in this series set out the pathway to determining the appropriate international agreement which applies to a proposed measure. This second article summarises the framework

In advance of the secondary legislation the sector awaits, DEFRA has issued three useful guidance notes on Biodiversity Net Gain.

On 7 August 2023 the UK Government announced a sharp increase in fines for companies who are employing illegal migrants and landlords who are renting their properties to them.

The issue of charities discriminating in the provision of their services is becoming increasingly divisive within the sector. In this article, we explore some of the current issues with ...

The Government has announced it will increase the cost of visa fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) as part of a push to raise funds for pay-rises in the public sector.

The Government has announced it will increase the cost of visa fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) as part of a push to raise funds for pay-rises in the public sector.

Partner and Head of Immigration at Birketts Sacha Wooldridge recently attended both the Conservative Party and Labour Party political party conferences.

Central to the process and outcome of a Public Inquiry are its core participants.

Following the announcement of the government's EV infrastructure strategy in March 2022, the UK EV market has grown significantly. Statistics show there are an estimated 477,000...

From 23–26 and 28–31 December, Border Force will be striking at Birmingham Airport, Cardiff Airport, Gatwick, Glasgow, Heathrow, Manchester and the Port of Newhaven.

Our first article in this series set out the pathway to determining the appropriate international agreement which applies to a proposed measure/subsidy.

After many months of priority services being suspended for all entry clearance (out of country) applications made under the family route, the UKVI has finally announced the priority services...

"Change begins now" says Keir Starmer, following Labour's landslide win. The Labour Party manifesto pledged to end the VAT exemption afforded to private schools.

WTW previously considered the new driving offence of causing serious injury by careless driving.