United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

Planning update - This briefing discusses the key aspects of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, and the Government's latest update to its green belt planning practice guidance.

On 11 March 2025, the Government published the heavily anticipated Planning and Infrastructure Bill (the "Bill").

In Ramsbury Properties Ltd v Ocean View Construction Ltd [2024] UKPC 40, the Privy Council was asked to decide how to interpret a landlord covenant to provide "sleeping accommodation only"...

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.

The property market has long been associated with complex, paper-heavy processes that often lead to delays and inefficiencies. However, digital conveyancing is rapidly transforming...

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.

Masood Haider, Senior Associate at Sherrards Solicitors, emphasizes the crucial role of witnesses in legal transactions. Witnesses ensure authenticity and protect against forgery by verifying identities. The witnessing process involves specific requirements for individuals and companies, adapting to electronic signatures while maintaining legal integrity.

A county court case - Spirit Pub Company v Pridewell Properties - has provided an interesting illustration as to how courts are looking at applications under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 (the "Act").

The UK's consumer protection landscape is set to undergo transformative change following the coming into force of new rules in the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Act ("DMCCA") on 6 April 2024.

Planning update - This briefing discusses the key aspects of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, and the Government's latest update to its green belt planning practice guidance.