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The Built Environment

English Technology and Construction Court confirms building liability orders can be secured before trial

Decision provides welcome clarity on 'just and equitable' test which is likely to influence how building safety claims are pursued
Data Centres

How investors are managing risk in the new wave of European data centre projects

Data centre investment is accelerating in Europe, with regulation, grid access and power reshaping how projects get done
The Built Environment

UK government to ban construction retentions and tighten late payment rules

Reforms spark industry concerns, including a 60-day payment cap and mandatory 8% interest above the Bank's base rate
Real estate

Building Blocks: Developments for the UK construction industry | March 2026

Welcome to Building Blocks – Osborne Clarke's regular newsletter round-up of Insights relevant to construction industry clients
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2026

Increased relief for energy intensive industries | Updated waste separation requirements for recycling in Wales | UK ETS auction reserve
The Built Environment

UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard sets out unified framework for operational buildings

A new industry standard defines what qualifies as a net zero carbon aligned building, covering a broad range of sectors
Construction disputes

Sustainable aviation fuel projects in the UK: when does the Construction Act apply?

New SAF infrastructure may trigger unintended statutory payment and adjudication risks with contractual consequences
ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance

Feeling the heat? ESOS phase 4 is on the horizon in the UK

Organisations will want to act early to confirm qualification, map group structures and engage the right expertise
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2026

UK: UK-EU relations - UK government responds to House of Lords committee report | Sanitary and phytosanitary agreement and emissions
Real estate

Building Blocks: Developments for the UK construction industry | February 2026

Welcome to Building Blocks – Osborne Clarke's regular newsletter round-up of Insights relevant to construction industry clients
Smart Power

Smart Power | UK renewables liability risk, investments and grid connectivity

How to guard against liability risk on projects, grid concerns and investment tactics for asset managers and developers
Real estate

Government reforms Energy Performance of Buildings regime and raises minimum energy efficiency standards in homes in England and Wales

Changes to improve EPCs and tighten minimum energy efficiency standards for the private rented sector will have significant implications for