Industry views sought on the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill
On 9 November 2021 the Government introduced the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill (the "Bill"). The aim of the Bill is to establish a binding...
29th Nov 2021 Read moreLexology – Daily Feed
Key themes from COP26 for commercial real estate investment
Given the often cited statistic that the construction and operation of real estate contributes to approximately 40 of global greenhouse gas...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreSnapshot: real estate financing in United Kingdom (England & Wales)
This article answers some of the key questions surrounding real estate financing in United Kingdom (England & Wales), including issues relating to secured lending, valuation and loan covenants...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreIn brief: real estate acquisitions and leases in United Kingdom (England & Wales)
A look at some of the key legal and practical considerations surrounding real estate acquisitions and leases in United Kingdom (England & Wales), including typical contractual provisions and recommended due diligence...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreTrailblazing: how London became the highest ranked European city for private wealth property investment
There has been a significant amount of press recently about the amount of international capital targeting UK real estate. Earlier this month it was...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreGovernment proposes changes to Electronic Communications Code following Consultation
The Government published its response to the consultation on changes to the Electronic Communications Code on 24 November 2021...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreHigh rise: The cost of public sector housing development is set to increase
We now have more details on the proposed regime for the Government's latest tax. We look here at what it means for the public sector...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreWhat to do with all this space? Re-purposing hospitality and retail property
The hospitality sector traditionally balances on fine margins, and the huge reduction in cash flow numerous businesses have experienced throughout the...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreGame, set, and match for Wimbledon Tennis Club expansion plans?
The All England Lawn Tennis Club's plans to expand Wimbledon Tennis Club by up to 39 new grass courts and a further 8,000 capacity court in time for...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreCommercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill: an overview
The government has now published the eagerly awaited Bill to address the backlog of unpaid rent on commercial premises that has accrued during the...
26th Nov 2021 Read moreBuild Safe Live Safe The Building Safety Bill: who pays?
The question of who pays for future safety measures within residential buildings can be contentious and emotive, but is one that the Building Safety...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreI’m buying a listed property - How do I check a recent kitchen extension was done with the right approvals?
If you’re looking to buy a house which is listed, it will no doubt be a unique and interesting property full of character. However, you are right to...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreA life changing event
Beverly-Ann Rogers and Matthew Morrison (assisted by George Vare as his then-pupil) were instructed by Advocate (formerly the Bar Pro Bono Unit) in...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreWhat is it worth?
What is the law which applies when the value of the rights under restrictive covenants affecting freehold land are being calculated either in...
25th Nov 2021 Read morePlanning for the Environment - The Environment Act 2021
The Environment Act sets out the UK’s post-Brexit take on environmental protection rules. It has been 3 years in the making and introduces important...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreCOVID-19 rent arrears: details of new binding arbitration announced
On 9 November 2021, the government outlined a new draft bill to Parliament which intends to deal with outstanding COVID-19-related commercial rent...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreQ&A with Serle Court’s New Tenants: John Eldridge, Andrew Gurr and George Vare
The Limitation Act 1980 could benefit from a wholesale review. The current law of limitation is comprehensible, but only by dint of great effort -...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreHirachand v Hirachand 2021 EWCA Civ 1498
In the landmark decision of Hirachand v Hirachand 2021 EWCA Civ 1498, the Court of Appeal has today held that an award under the Inheritance...
25th Nov 2021 Read moreMandatory electric vehicle charging points for new homes and developments: What does this mean for developers?
It has been announced this week that from next year, new homes and buildings in England as well as those undergoing major renovation will be required...
24th Nov 2021 Read moreHow to deal with telecoms equipment on a development site
Telecoms masts and cables are often not where you want them to be. Developers will often ask can we lift and shift the telecoms equipment on our site...
24th Nov 2021 Read moreNew building regulations will "supercharge the electric vehicle revolution"
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure will be mandatory for many new and renovated homes and commercial buildings in England, under...
24th Nov 2021 Read moreFrom Savannah to settlement: the psychology of land disputes
Following shocking scenes at a recent Camden Council meeting when members of the public launched not just a tirade of abuse, but also a chair, over...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreThe final piece in the jigsaw - the new binding arbitration process for landlords and tenants.
As foreshadowed in its announcement on 16 June 2021, the UK Government has issued the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill establishing a binding...
23rd Nov 2021 Read morePlanning Live - a conversation with Pam Ewen
In this session we will be talking to Pam Ewen, Head of Planning at Fife Council and Chair of Heads of Planning Scotland, about recent and...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreThe Weakest Link
A recent analysis of UK profit warnings by EY in October 2021, found that 60 blame supply andor cost issues, compared with 43 in Q3 2021 and just...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreThe road to recovery - Key points for landlords in the Commercial Rents (Coronavirus) Bill
The Commercial Rents (Coronavirus) Bill sets out a framework for two important legal changes...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreIt's not you it's MEES: Commercial property landlords are you ready for 1 April 2023?
Currently, the Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015 (MEES) prevent landlords from granting a new tenancy...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreSummary of new and proposed legislation, November 2021 (UK Construction Focus)
Dentons' UK Construction team prepare a monthly guide to new and proposed legislation affecting the construction industry for publication in...
23rd Nov 2021 Read moreNet Zero Estate Playbook - published
The Government Property Function has adopted the really practical "playbook" format for the Net Zero Estate Playbook published today. A link to the...
23rd Nov 2021 Read more“All reasonable endeavours” considered by the High Court
A property development company has been awarded damages of £13.4 million after negotiations to develop an ‘eco-town’ in Oxfordshire broke down. In...
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