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Downing Tools – Can a Contractor Suspend Works? Your Rights and Risks Explained

If you are a contractor facing non-payment on a construction project, the question that often arises is whether you can…
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10 things to consider before signing a Commercial Lease

Whether you’re a start up business or an established enterprise, renting a commercial property can be one of the biggest…
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What is an Overage Agreement?

Overage agreements continue to play a pivotal role in property transactions, and their popularity is showing no signs of waning….
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John Sisk And The Allocation Of Risk

The recent case of John Sisk and Son Ltd v Capital & Centric (Rose) Ltd [2025] EWHC 594 (TCC) provides…
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Plot Sales FAQs

Where NHBC (or alternative warranty provider) deal with the warranty and the Building Regulations on a development, what is the…
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill – Key Takeaways

The UK government has introduced the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to accelerate the construction of 1.5 million homes and key…
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Rent Deposit Deeds – Commercial Leases

A rent deposit is a sum of money provided by a tenant to a landlord prior to entering into a…
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Funds and Wealth – A Source of Delay?

Whether a first-time buyer or a seasoned property investor, buying a home is a major financial transaction and it will…
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How will the SDLT Changes Impact the Property Market?

The recent updates to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates and thresholds following the October 2024 budget mark a significant…
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Love and Security: The Importance of a Declaration of Trust for Couples

Valentine’s Day; a time to focus on love, relationships and commitment. Whilst it may not be the first thing that…
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Retentions in construction – retention or tension?

Retentions have long been a staple of construction contracts, providing employers with security to ensure performance compliance and defect rectification….
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Can landlords and tenants work together to improve energy efficiency?

With the UK government having set a legislative target of a 78% reduction in greenhouse gases by 2034 and a…