“The Government’s Budget announcement on 28 October 2026 could bring welcome relief for developers bringing forward smaller brownfield housing schemes in England.”

“Climate litigation is no longer a niche concern for governments, environmental campaign groups, and major emitters. Businesses across all sectors are facing scrutiny over how they identify, manage, and communicate climate-related risks.”

“Recent changes in Aldi’s and Lidl’s business models, as well as their significant growth over the past few years, have now brought them within the scope of the Controlled Land Order.”

“Welcome to our dedicated BSA newsletter, in which we share our expert insights and highlight the latest legal developments across the building safety horizon.”

“Anti-social behaviour (ASB) continues to have a significant impact on communities, particularly within the social housing sector. From 26 October 2026, the Crime and Policing Act 2026 introduces significant reforms, including the extension of closure powers to Registered Providers of Social Housing (RPSH).”

“We’re now three months into the regulation of deferred payment credit. Greater flexibility is welcome, but it does not necessarily make life simpler.”

“The government has launched a consultation on whistleblowing reform, representing the most comprehensive review of the whistleblowing legal framework since its introduction in 1999.”

“The government has now published guidance on the rules governing business-to-consumer subscription contracts under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA). The new requirements will apply from 1 January 2027, so businesses offering subscriptions to consumers must act now to ensure compliance once the new legislation comes into force.”

“Geopolitical uncertainty and environmental change represent risk multipliers across commercial supply chains.”

“Calls for utilisation of rooftops or brownfield sites ahead of greenfield development for solar developments are common. But while they have an important and expanding role in the UK’s energy mix, rooftop and brownfield aren’t currently capable of providing a complete substitute for greenfield solar farms.”