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Property-owner communities can ban tourist rentals, says Spain's Supreme Court

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:37:50 +0000

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A Horizontal Property Law ban requires approval by three-fifths of owners with three-fifths of the participation quotas

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Housebuilding market study: UK government responds to CMA proposals

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:44:56 +0000

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Broad acceptance of recommendations to improve the housebuilding market confirmed by UK government, with detail awaited

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Autumn Budget 2024: How does the Budget affect commercial real estate in England?

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:18:51 +0000

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The spending measures announced largely reflect the government's commitments to deliver housing and planning reform

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UK Autumn Budget 2024: what are the planning announcements affecting housebuilding?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:06:43 +0000

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Rachel Reeves's Budget announces investment in housing and a timeline for policy and legislative change

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Under Construction: Recent legal developments within the UK construction industry | October 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:00:36 +0000

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Grenfell Inquiry's final report, new CLC golden thread guidance, what counts as a 'storey' when classifying Higher Risk buildings, and recent cases

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:09:13 +0000

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UK ETS publishes consultation on aligning free emissions proposal with UK CBAM in 2027 | Further amendments on monitoring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions | ESMA publishes its first annual report on EU Carbon Markets

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EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: how to stay ahead of the 'carbon curve'

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:57:44 +0100

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Businesses should review their supply chains, 'importer' status and data collection – and be aware a UK CBAM is pending

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UK PFI handbacks: remember the value of technology, data and IP assets

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:58:16 +0100

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When entering into dialogue as projects 'sunset', prioritise tech and data needs, build strategies and avoid disputes

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Renters' Rights Bill proposes significant reforms to private rental sector in England

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 15:33:30 +0100

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As the bill makes progress through Parliament, what are some of its key provisions?

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Harnessing the breeze: co-location could unlock the potential of UK onshore wind

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:34:11 +0100

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Co-location offers an opportunity to boost the drive towards net zero and innovative ways to maximise efficiency

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The Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report and its potential impact on UK regulation of the built environment

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:28:26 +0100

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What might the report's damning criticisms and recommendations mean for industry?

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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Nature Restoration: Regulation implemented in the EU | Further guidance on the Biodiversity Net Gain scheme | BNG requirements do not apply retrospectively to planning applications

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Health and Safety | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill 2024 | Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry – final report | Golden Thread guidance published

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UK First-tier Tribunal further clarifies Electronic Communications Code agreement terms

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:13:33 +0100

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New guidance provided on typical terms in dispute between operators and site providers during negotiation of agreements

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Navigating environmental obligations in Belgium

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:48:20 +0100

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Belgian legislators in the three Regions (Flanders, Brussels and Wallonia) are increasingly using real estate transactions to pursue their environmental and climate policies.

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The Renters' Rights Bill: a new era for landlords and tenants in England?

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:25:21 +0100

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Residential reforms outlined in the King's Speech look set to resurrect parts of the previous government's renters' reform bill

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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The King's Speech: Environment and Sustainability aspects | Court confirms nutrient neutrality and Habitats Regulations assessment requirements apply to discharge of planning conditions | Nature-related litigation: emerging trends

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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King's Speech 2024 - the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill | UK Labour's 'New Deal for Working People' | Work-related fatal injuries in Great Britain 2023/24

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Under Construction: Recent legal developments within the construction industry | July 2024

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:32:49 +0100

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The new government and the construction industry, construction insolvencies continue, and are collateral warranties 'construction contracts'?

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What did the UK King's Speech contain for business?

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:31:34 +0100

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As anticipated, the new government has announced a broad range of legislative priorities

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'Wind of change': Labour government lifts de facto ban on onshore wind in the UK

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:44:06 +0100

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The swift move indicates a strong early commitment to the green economy and to reform of the UK's planning system

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How to get ahead and avoid disputes prior to UK PFI handback

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:39:24 +0100

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As projects enter a 'sunset' period, it is time to consider areas of potential dispute and how best to avoid them

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Is Belgian real estate ready for the new rules for electric vehicles from 2025?

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:40:36 +0100

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Obligations are changing for the installation of charging stations and infrastructure in Belgium

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What can the retail and consumer sector expect from the next UK government?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:31:50 +0100

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Competing priorities for the next government – the future of the high street, business rates, food advertising and the new consumer regime

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Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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UK general election 2024: environmental law aspects | Government launches survey for post-implementation review of Habitats Regulations | Council adopts EU Nature Restoration Law

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