Option to Tax – what is it?
Lauren Walker, a Senior Associate in the Real Estate team explains what an option to tax for property is and what it means for real estate transactions.
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Battery Storage Projects – Key things to consider
Lauren Walker, a Senior Associate in the Real Estate team looks at some of the points to consider when entering into arrangements for the construction of a battery storage project.
Enjoy the countryside, protect livestock
The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act 2025 receives Royal Assent
Solar Farms – Key things to consider
Lauren Walker, a Senior Associate in the Real Estate team looks at some of the points to consider when entering into arrangements for the construction of a solar farm.
Easements: How property transaction issues can arise from the ‘Unity of Seisin’ principle
How the unity of seisin principle can create issues for mortgages of part, property purchases and subsequent sales
Is it discriminatory to reject a candidate who needs a visa?
If a candidate would need a visa in order to work for you, then you can refuse to hire them for that reason – right? Think again…
Cole Palmer illustrates how varied trade mark applications can be
The footballer’s successful registration of trade marks to protect his identity from unauthorised use is a reminder of how valuable “assets” can be protected.
New CMA powers target online pricing: How should B2C businesses respond?
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its first investigations under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC) into the online pricing practices of eight companies, which includes driving schools, ticket resellers, homeware and appliance retailers and a gym.
Changes to comparable trade marks from 1 January 2026
From 1 January 2026, owners of comparable trade marks will no longer be able to rely on use of the trade mark in the EU to defend their rights in the UK.
The Biggest Upgrade to Workers’ Rights in a Generation?
The stalemate is over. With Royal Assent imminent, businesses must prepare for major reforms, including sick pay changes, fire-and-rehire rules, and unfair dismissal updates.
The end of the AST Trap – an update on the Renters’ Rights Act
Katie Wiesendanger discusses the upcoming change within the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 which puts an end to the ‘AST trap’.
How is the law around consumer subscription contracts going to change?
With major reforms to consumer subscription contracts on the horizon under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), businesses must prepare to adapt their processes and documentation to meet the new requirements ahead of the expected implementation in Autumn 2026.