United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

The UK government has fundamentally transformed how large-scale data centres receive planning approval by designating them as Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects...

Private landowners may unknowingly lose control of their property when members of the public acquire rights of way through continuous use over 20 years, even without the owner's knowledge or consent. This analysis examines the legal mechanisms available to protect against such claims, including the strategic use of section 31(6) statements under the Highways Act 1980, and explores recent Court of Appeal guidance on what constitutes an 'interruption' to public use following the landmark Roxlena Ltd v Rambler

Cities face mounting pressure to deliver infrastructure that is resilient, sustainable and economically viable. A new collaborative report examines how transport infrastructure can serve as a catalyst for urban regeneration, exploring the critical integration needed between policy, planning and delivery to unlock long-term growth in complex urban environments.