The introduction of the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (“ECCTA”) represents one of the most significant developments in UK corporate criminal liability for many years. Although the offence came into force…
(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’s recent announcement of a new organised crime crackdown aimed at high street businesses has sent a clear message to regulated professionals: anti-money laundering (“AML”) compliance in commercial property transactions is under sharper scrutiny than ever before. At…
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,…
(Based on the Home Office Consultation: “A Fairer Pathway to Settlement-2025”) The UK Government has published a major consultation proposing a complete redesign of the rules for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The proposal replaces the current 5-year route with…
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…