Legal
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Confidentiality in mediations
Confidentiality protections in mediation and the ‘without prejudice’ rule
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The sustainable life of buildings
Ways must be found to reduce the carbon footprint of existing buildings
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Regulating the Islamic finance industry
The UK legislative and tax framework of Islamic finance structures
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The rise of private equity in the rental sector
Are we witnessing the final nail in the coffin for the UK’s small buy-to-let landlord?
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Varying leases to recover costs
Can the FTT vary a lease to provide for the recovery of legal costs as an administration charge?
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Oil exploration and production are ‘distinct in planning’
Residents’ association has been opposing plans to drill for oil and gas since 2013
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A landmark moment
A key decision on the Electronic Communications Code
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Going for a conversion
Karen Mason outlines the necessary steps in changing a property’s use from residential to commercial, and highlights the potential consequences of failing to adhere to the law
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Why green is still the new black
As we navigate the complex political rhetoric circling sustainability, it is easy to lose sight of the fundamental role of sustainable real estate in the economy – done well, it…
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Unpicking the industry’s ‘web of blame’
Everyone has a responsibility to help shape the reform of construction products
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Leading light: Islamic finance explained
In the first article in a four-part series, Zahir Nayani and Adnan Shafi offer an introduction to the thriving UK Islamic finance market
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Revival of contractual control agreements
Michael Callaghan explains the new register of agreements giving third parties control over the use and development of land that looks set to be implemented in 2026