A history of Silicon Spa, and the wider UK games industry

Proprietary Estoppel is a powerful legal tool in England and Wales, often used to enforce informal promises concerning land and property. It enables individuals to claim rights in property, even in the absence of a formal agreement, if they can show that they relied on a promise to their detriment. This article explains how Proprietary Estoppel works, the types of situations it commonly arises in, how such claims are brought and defended, and highlights key legal Proprietary Estoppel authorities.

Amid growing concerns that seasonal workers are facing increasing levels of abuse, farmers and growers find themselves at the sharp end of increasing enforcement powers as exploitative practices come to light.

Kevin Hall and Priyam Sharma explain why the Upper Tribunal’s decision in Bolt has caused more confusion on the operation of TOMS.