This article clarifies where the law currently stands and highlights some factors that decision makers might consider when determining whether a holiday let is a material change of use requiring planning permission.

Much has been written and discussed about the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill 2020 since its publication in May 2020 and its passage through Parliament at break neck speed.

There are proposals that fees for education be taxed for VAT. With the standard rate of VAT currently at 20%, this change is expected to result in significantly lower funds being available to schools, foundations, academies, colleges, clubs, additional tuition institutions and anyone charging fees for education. Even universities and TFL colleges, who will be hoping they are not affected, should be considering their position.

A brief round up of employment news, including 'All change at the top: what this may mean for employers', 'World Menopause Day – 18 October' and our monthly case update.

Join us for Wright Hassall's upcoming Construction Conference where we will be joined by industry experts to discuss the challenges that could change the face of construction.

One of the criticisms of the old insolvency regime was that a Trustee in Bankruptcy (“the trustee”), who had failed to immediately realise their interest in a bankrupt’s family home, was able to recover this interest several years after the date of discharge of the bankruptcy order.

The process of dealing with the death of a loved one is usually talked about in emotional terms, and understandably so. But it can also be a complex logistical and administrative task that most people are unaware of.

The recent case of Sadd v Brown highlights the need to ensure that a lease clearly and expressly states exactly what a landlord can recover as the courts will be reluctant to imply a term to cure what would otherwise be considered a defective lease.

The legal landscape in England and Wales underwent a significant transformation on 6th April 2022, with the introduction of no-fault divorce. After years of campaigning and debates, we bid farewell to the requirement of proving fault in a marriage breakdown. Now, 18 months into this monumental change, we reflect on what it has been like for lawyers to navigate this new territory

David Slade, partner in the Commercial Real Estate team discusses commercial property investment sales and purchases.