United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

The European real estate market is evolving fast – and investors need to stay ahead. At our Real Estate Leaders: European Market Insights event, 30 of Europe's biggest real estate investors attended our London office...

Technologies are evolving rapidly, with continued focus on those that support the energy transition and shift towards circular economies.

In this series, we have discussed two forms of performance security – performance bonds and parent company guarantees.

You'd think working in conveyancing would make moving house a breeze.

The Law Commission has launched a consultation on reforming chancel repair liability (CRL) – a historic, legal obligation that can leave residential or commercial property owners...

Deputies are under a duty to obtain legal advice for property related matters which is both on point and represents value for the ultimate beneficiary.

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.

Welcome to the first edition of Real Insight, our new UK real estate update. Among the subjects covered in this edition are the emerging success of data centres in the planning system, continuation funds...

Are you a landlord wondering how the new Renters' Rights Bill will impact your ability to increase rent? With rising costs and the need to maintain profitability...

The government has recently published the first draft of the legislation implementing the UK's new carried interest regime, under which, from 6 April 2026, all carried interest will be taxed as trading income...