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Repair Obligations in Residential Tenancies

When something goes wrong in a rented home, the first question is usually the simplest one to ask and the hardest to answer: whose job is it to fix it? The answer depends on what has broken, what the tenancy agreement says, and, increasingly, on which side of the England and Wales border the property sits. The two nations now run noticeably different systems. This article looks at how repair obligations work for ordinary residential lettings in England and in Wales. Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own separate rules…

Holiday Lets

Holiday lets: what owners and buyers need to know now

High summer is when holiday lets earn their keep. Coastal cottages, lakeside cabins and city flats are booked solid, and every sunny week makes the idea of owning one look more appealing. But the rules that once made a furnished holiday let such an attractive proposition have changed significantly, and more change is on the way. If you own a holiday let, or you are tempted to buy or convert one this year, it is worth understanding where the law now stands. This article covers England and Wales, which increasingly…

Execution Changes to Legal Documents

Beware of Post-Execution Changes to Legal Documents: Lessons from Boult v Together Personal Finance Ltd [2026]

When legal documents have been signed and completed, it can be tempting to view small amendments as administrative housekeeping. However, a recent High Court decision highlights just how serious the consequences can be when changes are made to a deed without the consent of all parties involved. The case of Boult v Together Personal Finance Ltd [2026] EWHC 809 (Ch) serves as an important reminder that unauthorised alterations to an executed deed can render the entire document void, with potentially devastating consequences for lenders and other parties relying on that…

Countdown for companies on new accounting submission rules

Countdown for companies on new accounting submission rules

Businesses have been given an extended deadline to prepare for major changes to the way company accounts are filed with Companies House, but advisers are warning against leaving preparation for the transition until the last minute. The reforms, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA), will take effect from April 2028 and will affect companies of all sizes but will be particularly significant for smaller businesses. For the first time, small companies and micro-entities will be required to file profit and loss accounts with Companies House,…

Corporate Crime

SMEs urged to review risks as liability rules expand

Businesses face wider accountability under new criminal liability rules The government’s drive to make companies more accountable for wrongdoing is moving beyond large corporates and into the SME sector. New rules taking effect this month will make it easier to prosecute all sizes of companies and partnerships where senior managers commit criminal offences while carrying out their duties on the organisation’s behalf. It means small and medium-sized businesses could find themselves on the front line for corporate criminal liability. From 29 June 2026, Section 250 of the Crime and Policing…

Spring Budget

Chancellor seeks stability in turbulent times

On the stump with the Spring Statement as government chases stability and growth Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a punchy Spring Statement, flagging the importance of stability at home amidst growing global uncertainty.  Intended as an opportunity to shine a light on improved forecasts, global politics showed how it can intrude on even the most carefully framed domestic narrative, with the sudden escalation of hostilities in the Middle East over the weekend forcing a recalibration of tone. The Chancellor instead started with the turbulence of an increasingly dangerous world, thanking the…

Leaving Charitable Gifts in Your Will

Mind the energy gap: commercial landlords face a closing window on EPC compliance

A chilly draught is blowing through the commercial property market, as tightening EPC rules mean landlords must seal the gaps in energy performance before key deadlines shut them out of future lettings. Under current proposals, the minimum EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating for commercial properties is set to increase from E to B, with legal prohibitions on letting non-compliant buildings. For many landlords, this will demand significant investment and forward planning to avoid regulatory penalties or stranded assets. What’s changing and what’s at stake The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards –…

Law in England

What You Need to Know About Lodgers and the Law in England

Taking in a lodger can be a sensible way to earn extra income while making the most of spare space in your home. But before you offer a room, it’s important to understand the legal rules, the rights a lodger has, and your responsibilities as the homeowner. What Exactly Is a Lodger? A lodger is someone who rents a room in your home and shares facilities such as the kitchen, bathroom, or living room with you. Because you also live there, the arrangement is different from renting out a self-contained…

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