The Home Secretary has confirmed that changes to settlement (or ILR) will be implemented in Autumn 2026, and that these will apply retrospectively to those already in the UK.

A guide to what a schedule of dilapidations is and when they are used.

An overview of what a Break Notice is and when it is used in the context of leases.

With the demand for product dupes continuing to rise, brands are facing increasing pressure to actively protect and enforce their existing IP.

Over the last few years, Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) has been transforming business operations. In Part 1 we outlined some of the legal, operational, and governance risks that businesses should pay attention to… But what can you do to mitigate these for your business?

Incentive payments are playing an increasing role in rural and agricultural land transactions, helping sellers, landlords and developers overcome hurdles and accelerate completion. While these payments can unlock valuable opportunities, they also bring specific risks and complexities. This article explores how incentive payments are used in rural property transactions—particularly as a means to encourage early completion—and what parties should carefully consider before offering or accepting them.

What is a guardian, how can you appoint one, and when does the appointment take effect?