Insight
Equality Act and Disrepair: Capsticks Roundtable
15/08/25
Capsticks’ Local Government team recently hosted a Roundtable event, which was attended by representatives from several of London’s most prominent Borough Councils.
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Rent Convergence: Sector leaders weigh in at Capsticks roundtable
14/08/25
The financial pressures facing registered providers (RPs) are well known, with the rent cap and previous rent reductions leaving a lasting impact.
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Housing case alert: August 2025
13/08/25
In this month’s Housing case alert, our experts Natalie Hurst, Samantha Rutter and Raihan Khoyratee summarise the housing cases following the Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) and the Court of Appeal recent hearings.
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Mortgagee protection clause under the spotlight in Westminster City Council v Gems House Residences Chiltern Street Ltd
24/07/25
This insight will consider the role of MPCs, the court’s reasoning in this case, and the wider implications for the social housing sector.
Podcast
Podcast: An in depth guide to The Consumer Standards Regulations – Episode 2
22/07/25
Welcome to the second Episode in our Consumer Standards Regulations series. In our second episode, our experts Daniel Fitzpatrick and Darren Hooker are joined by Jonathan Driscoll, Assistant Director of Engagement at the Regulator for Social Housing.
Podcast
Podcast: An in depth guide to The Consumer Standards Regulations – Episode 1
22/07/25
In episode 1 of The Consumer Regulations Standards podcast series, Daniel Fitzpatrick and Darren Hooker explore the background, and inspection process of the Regulator for Social Housing.
Insight
Housing case alert: July 2025
14/07/25
Our team of housing specialists are pleased to share the latest cases and court decision updates that have taken place in recent month.
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The Procurement Act 2023: The consultation on further reforms to public procurement is now open
01/07/25
Four months into the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and change is afoot. The Cabinet Office has launched a consultation in relation to proposed changes to the PA23.
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The Spending Review – a boost for the social housing sector
12/06/25
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has announced a series of investments and measures as part of the Government’s Spending Review.
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Using Existing Assets to Drive Investment and Development in Light of the Spending Review
11/06/25
The recent Spending Review delivered good news for social housing providers, including local authorities and Registered Providers (RPs).
Insight
Simple Contract v Deed
10/06/25
This insight covers the requirements for creating a valid contract, as well as a deed and the differences between the two types of agreements.
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Building Safety: Supreme Court decision - URS v BDW
10/06/25
Liability for historical building safety defects under the Building Safety Act 2022 and Defective Premises Act 1972.