(Based on the House of Lords Justice and Home affairs Committee’s report, “Settlement, Citizenship and Integration” (HL Paper 13), on 23 June 2026) The Government’s proposed Earned Settlement reforms continue to attract significant attention. While the proposals remain under consultation…
The department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has signalled a decisive shift in the UK’s net-zero landscape by mandating an EPC rating of B or higher for commercial buildings over 1,000 square metres from 2031. If legislated, the…
For many businesses across the UK, securing a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence is no longer just an administrative milestone, it is a lifeline. From independent retail chains to busy high street restaurants, the ability to sponsor international talent underpins daily…
The UK Government is continuing its plan to reform the leasehold system in England and Wales. One of the latest proposals is a cap on ground rent for existing residential leases, which could significantly change the way leasehold properties operate….
On 25 February 2026, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom delivered a landmark judgment in THG Plc v Zedra Trust Company (Jersey) Ltd, confirming that unfair prejudice petitions brought under section 994 of the Companies Act 2006 are not…
(Based on ARC Time Freehold Income Authorised Fund & Ors v Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government [2025] EWHC 2751 (Admin)) The Divisional Court has issued a major judgment on the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024,…
Proper service of documents is one of the most important procedural steps in civil litigation in England and Wales. It ensures that all parties are properly notified, deadlines run correctly, and the case progresses fairly. The rules for service are…
It feels like the goalposts are shifting again – and they are. The UK government has introduced another round of immigration reforms on 14 October 2025 under what it calls the Plan for Change. On paper, it’s about creating a…
On 1 July 2025, the Home Office released a significant Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, ushering in wide-ranging reforms to the Skilled Worker visa route. These changes, taking effect from 22 July 2025, are part of the government’s…
In May 2025, the UK Labour Government has published its long-awaited Immigration White Paper, outlining a major overhaul of the UK’s immigration framework. These proposals represent the most significant policy shift since the introduction of the post-Brexit immigration system on…