News & Insights
Changes to the Law on Houses in Multiple Occupation
Time is running out for landlords to apply for licences under new legislation that took effect on 1 October 2018. Are you prepared?
The 3% SDLT surcharge and main residences
James Burgess, a partner in our commercial property team, examines the upcoming change in the treatment of main residences for the purpose of the 3% SDLT surcharge.
What is the public’s right to pass over highways?
Joanna Stepien, a solicitor in the Commercial Property Team considers the public’s common law right to pass over highways.
Fit for Purpose v Faulty Design Specifications
Who pays for remedial costs under a JCT Design and Build Contract when there has been no negligence on either side? Cathrine Ripley considers a recent decision of the Supreme Court.
‘Arcane and unwieldy’ processes leave employer embroiled in dispute…
…but Court of Appeal rejects discrimination claims.
CGT – Understanding the extent of Private Residence Relief
Richard Higgs, partner in our Commercial Property Team, considers the applicability of the Private Residence Relief for Capital Gains Tax to a sale of garden land where the house is retained.
Designation of Town or Village Greens
Michael Higgin comments on the case of Cooper Estates Strategic Land v Wiltshire Council. Landowners and developers will be pleased by the outcome, which puts sensible limits on the ability to designate land as a Town or Village Green.
Can a company safely investigate internal wrongdoing?
A recent Court of Appeal decision clarifies the scope of privilege for internal investigations.