United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

Back in October 2024, a ruling of the First-Tier Tribunal cast doubt over the accuracy and legality of Government guidance as to determining whether a building is a higher-risk building.

Following the Government's acceptance of all the findings of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry on 26 February 2025, it agreed to take action to deliver the 58 recommendations.

This week the UK Supreme Court delivered a significant ruling in the case of URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd, providing clarification on developers' rights to recover remedial costs...

Buying your first house is an exciting milestone and one of the biggest decisions you'll make in life. For many, it takes major saving and careful location research.

Those with experience purchasing property will likely be aware of pre-contract enquires. This is the investigative stage of the conveyancing process that allows buyers to thoroughly...

Welcome to the first in our National Conveyancing Week series of articles.

A House of Commons Committee Report "Government's vision for farming" published on Friday calls for an extended timetable to implement the changes to Agricultural Property Relief...

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Scott Battram to Partner in our Residential Property department.

As inheritance tax rule changes in April 2025 drive business owners to sell or restructure, buyers must navigate compressed timelines carefully. Key risks include insufficient due diligence, inadequate legal protections, valuation missteps, integration challenges, and tax/regulatory oversights. A methodical approach to these areas ensures the buyer maximizes value and mitigates risks in a dynamic market.

Back in October 2024, a ruling of the First-Tier Tribunal cast doubt over the accuracy and legality of Government guidance as to determining whether a building is a higher-risk building.

Following the Government's acceptance of all the findings of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry on 26 February 2025, it agreed to take action to deliver the 58 recommendations.

Forthtay Limited Employee Trust has lost its appeal against a Scottish Government decision that saw it forced to sell an area of its land in St. Andrews to a community body.