United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

The Government has announced plans for the most ambitious legislation in over 25 years to tackle late payment, including the abolition of retentions under construction contracts.

Increasingly, Scotland’s rural businesses are looking to diversify. That can take many forms.

The decision in BPL Contracts (Scotland) Limited v Beattie FRC Limited [2026] CSOH 22 from the Outer House of the Court of Session...

In a significant High Court decision, Mr Justice David Nolan has granted an order discharging a restrictive covenant which had prohibited the development of residential lands in Co Limerick...

If you own a leasehold property, understanding how lease extensions work is essential, especially as your lease term starts to fall. A decreasing lease can affect your property’s value, mortgage options and future saleability...

Draft regulations introduce a new public register of contractual control rights over land in England and Wales, imposing major new disclosure duties on developers - making early preparation essential.

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.

Over recent years the European commercial real estate (CRE) market has been shaped by persistently higher interest rates and elevated construction costs.

Over recent years the European commercial real estate (CRE) market has been shaped by persistently higher interest rates and elevated construction costs. At the same time...

Since our November 2025 article on the proposed ban on upwards only rent reviews, the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill has continued its passage through Parliament and has now reached the Report...