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Changes on 1 September 2019 to the CIL Regulations

Changes on 1 September 2019 to the CIL Regulations

Vicky McDonald, Associate in our real estate team, brings your attention to sensible improvements to Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) that are set to come into effect shortly, that will provide some help to developers in addressing the homes shortage.

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FSP advises the shareholders of Ignite Energy Ltd on sale of shares to Inspired Energy PLC

FSP advises the shareholders of Ignite Energy Ltd on sale of shares to Inspired Energy PLC

Shareholders of Ignite Energy have sold 40% of the company to Inspired Energy PLC for an initial consideration of £6,600,000.

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SDLT, and when is a house not a dwelling?

SDLT, and when is a house not a dwelling?

Michael Higgin highlights a recent Stamp Duty Land Tax case, where the taxpayer avoided the 3% additional dwelling SDLT surcharge.

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Is the building in good condition? Take a closer look

Is the building in good condition? Take a closer look

Dean Bickford, a partner in our Real Estate team, looks at the importance of pre-acquisition surveys and what you should be aware of.

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Pitfalls to be aware of when taking on a new lease

Pitfalls to be aware of when taking on a new lease

When taking on a commercial lease, many factors come into play – here are the main issues that tenants need to think about before going ahead.

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Does Brexit give a right to end a lease?

Does Brexit give a right to end a lease?

Does the UK’s departure from the EU frustrate a commercial lease?

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Dangers of non-disclosure in discrimination

Dangers of non-disclosure in discrimination

We highlight the key points of a recent report regarding non-disclosure agreements.

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A right to re-engage?

A right to re-engage?

Ian Machray explores whether a tribunal can force an employer to re-engage a dismissed employee?

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Social media strife

Social media strife

Katie Burley explores whether an employer can be liable for an employee’s Facebook posts?

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Exceptional and unforeseeable?

Exceptional and unforeseeable?

Our employment team offers further clarification on voluntary overtime and holiday pay.

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FSP advises Aljac shareholders on sale of shares to ELAFLEX group

FSP advises Aljac shareholders on sale of shares to ELAFLEX group

ALJAC joins forces with the ELAFLEX group.

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Sale of Hettle Andrews to AssuredPartners agreed

Sale of Hettle Andrews to AssuredPartners agreed

FSP corporate team advises founders on sale.

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