United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

The Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 (PIA) has set out an ambitious range of planning reforms, and 18 February 2026 marked a significant step with many provisions of the the PIA now formally in force.

In May last year (2025), the government published two consultations relating to biodiversity net gain (BNG) asking for suggestions on how the existing system could be improved...

We have discussed this case previously in Dispatch, Issues 290, 291 and 304. Providence had brought a Part 8 claim seeking a declaration against Hexagon...

Welcome everyone to 2026, and to the first of this year's Gatehouse Property Newsletter (incorporating the answer to last month's "Who am I?" – thanks for all who played!).

Buying a new build home is exciting. Everything is brand new, energy-efficient and designed for modern living. But behind the fresh paint and glossy brochures, the legal process can move fast and feel overwhelming.

Meet Julekha Nathani, our Senior Associate Solicitor in the Conveyancing team, based at our Market Harborough office. In this feature, Julekha shares the standout moment of her career so far...

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 everyone to 2026, and to the first of this year's Gatehouse Property Newsletter (incorporating the answer to last month's "Who am I?" – thanks for all who played!).

This article considers our views on how certain macroeconomic developments may impact the private capital markets.

In May last year (2025), the government published two consultations relating to biodiversity net gain (BNG) asking for suggestions on how the existing system could be improved...