The Government has confirmed that the new anti-social behaviour (ASB) powers introduced by the Crime and Policing Act 2026 will come into effect on 26 October 2026.

For decades, upwards only rent reviews have been a standard feature in commercial leases, providing landlords with certainty that rent would never decrease during the term of a lease.

On 7 September 2026, the Online Procedure Rules 2026 came into force for registered providers of social housing. Initially, these apply only to possession proceedings and have been introduced on a pilot basis.

The case proceeded to a quantum trial in May 2026 on two issues: (1) future accommodation and care and (2) lost years. This insight breaks down the judgment in relation to these two issues and suggests some key takeaways for practitioners.

This insight provides practical guidance on the legal requirements for executing a Deed under the laws of England and Wales and how completion typically occurs in practice, including managing common scenarios that occur.

This insight looks at the reasons why a combined approach of development, buybacks and strategic acquisition programmes can help registered providers meet growing housing demand more effectively.

In a statement to Parliament on 7 September 2026, the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government announced that Government will review the LGR programme after receiving updated legal advice.

On 5 August 2026, the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) updated statutory Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations (the Code) came into force.

This insight outlines what novation is in the context of a construction project, how it differs from assignment, the most common forms of novation, and the key requirements for a novation agreement to be legally enforceable.

This insight addresses a specific query that the Primary Care team often receives from practices about their deeds: whether and how to include a “last person standing” clause.

On 18 August 2026, the Prime Minister announced his support for West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to take public control of the local bus network in West Midlands.

In August 2026, the UK Government issued Procurement Policy Note 026 (PPN 026), which focuses on social value in public procurement and sets out its aim for public spending to support British businesses and drive growth.