News & Insights

“The Supreme Court’s decision in McCafferty means landowners and businesses facing protest or other trespass activity will have to consider and formulate their response more carefully than ever before. The judgment effectively narrows the circumstances in which trespass can be prosecuted via public nuisance.“

“For demand customers who have already been through the Gate 2 to Whole queue process and have received a Gate 2 offer or are expecting a Gate 2 offer, Ofgem’s latest consultation might impact your demand connections further.”

“Whether it’s high street stores selling illegal cigarettes, or logistics networks being co-opted for the storage and transport of contraband, knowledge of tenants’ criminal activity can expose landlords to liability.”

“The new UK consumer protection enforcement regime has attracted significant attention in the online retail space and digital markets. However, the new regime is equally relevant to housebuilders.”

“From AI and cyber resilience to regulatory reform, the pace of change remains relentless. This round-up highlights the key tech and digital developments businesses should have on their radar.”

“The UK’s new steel trade measure introduces a new layer of pricing uncertainty for construction projects that rely on imported steel. Whilst the long-term impact of the measure remains to be seen, it is already influencing procurement decisions and contract negotiations.”

“In this edition of our regular logistics sector scanner, Amazon’s expansion into the LTL freight market, geopolitical pressures driving potential increases in UK warehouse demand, and proposals affecting commercial leasehold, automated vehicles and freight reporting, all point to an evolving operating environment.”

“Supply chain resilience, sustainability and ethical sourcing continue to top the manufacturing agenda. While the sector adapts to increasing pressure to understand, monitor and evidence compliance across supply chains, businesses must also prepare for UK and EU regulatory change affecting product sustainability and, reporting, packaging, labour standards and market access.”