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Commercial Contracts: Negotiating out of problems

When issues arise in respect of contracts, before rushing into any decisions and potentially worsening both your commercial and legal……
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Further protections for commercial tenants struggling to pay rent

The Government has announced that it will be implementing additional restrictions on the ability of landlords to recover rent arrears…
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Commercial Agents Regulations in a contract? Consequences of termination.

The Regulations give commercial agents certain rights that go beyond those implied under the common law of England and Wales….
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Mortgage Holidays – A helping hand from Lenders

In these unprecedented times both mortgage lenders and borrowers are encountering new situations and potential challenges to……
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Commercial Tenants: How can I exercise the break clause in my lease?

In light of the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) situation, tenants should be reviewing their leases to see whether they contain a break…
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Construction Contracts: Some practical tips on notices, payments & insurance

The purpose of this article is to provide some practical steps businesses need to consider taking under their construction contracts….
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A Brief Guide to Agricultural Tenancies

If you are renting agricultural land or buildings, you are likely to be an agricultural tenant. There are two main…
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Security of tenure and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

In the case of business tenancies, both landlords and tenants need to be aware of security of tenure. Security of…
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Is this the end of so-called ‘No Fault’ evictions by resident landlords?

If you are a landlord you may already know that you can evict your tenant on the……
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A Guide to Preparing Land Registry Compliant Conveyance Plans

A short guide on how to prepare plans which comply with Land Registry requirements….
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EPCs and the impact of MEES Regulations – Are you ready for the April 2020 deadline?

Since 2008, it has been a legal requirement that whenever a property is built, sold or rented, an Energy Performance…
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What is CIL and does it affect my development?

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge on additional floor space that Local Planning Authorities charge and which is designed…