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Building Beyond Boundaries: New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment

From Saturday 26 October 2024, the law will require employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment….
2 years ago
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Personal Guarantees in Construction

Signing a personal guarantee as a company director is often necessary when securing financing or if you need to enlist…
2 years ago
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Prevention of Property Fraud – how to further protect your property with a restriction on title

Property fraud can come in many shapes and sizes however one known area of fraud which is on the rise…
2 years ago
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Last Chance to Comment: Reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework

The new government have promised to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. These ambitious plans will…
2 years ago
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Housing Manifesto – Labour’s view of UK housing

Labour’s 2024 manifesto outlines an ambitious plan to address the UK’s housing crisis, focusing on increasing the supply of affordable…
2 years ago
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The Leasehold & Freehold Reform Act 2024: Important Update for Leaseholders & Landlords

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act, which received Royal Assent on 24 May 2024, represents a significant transformation in the…
2 years ago
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Insulating Construction Contracts from Insolvent Contractors

The Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) publishes standard forms of building contracts that are used on many construction projects in England…
2 years ago
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Building Beyond Boundaries: Foundations for Gender Equality

Welcome to the first article in the Building Beyond Boundaries series. In this series of articles our employment law team…
2 years ago
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Practical Considerations when Terminating a JCT Building Contract

The Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) publishes standard forms of building contracts that are used on many construction projects in England…
2 years ago
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Navigating the New Changes to the Joint Contracts Tribunal Design & Build 2024 Contract

On 17th April 2024, the JCT published its long-awaited updated Design and Build Contract (“JCT DB 2024”)….
2 years ago
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Policy to Practice: Navigating Changes in Planning Enforcement

On 25th April 2024, major changes to planning enforcement in England came into effect, primarily driven by the Levelling-up and…
2 years ago
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS)

Real Estate Investment Trusts (“REITs”) provide a tax-efficient and accessible method for real estate investment….
2 years ago