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Real estate

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 to apply to existing rented residential properties

Landlords should be aware that all residential occupation contracts in Wales, whenever granted, will require written statement
Commercial

Marketinglaw update | May 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of Marketinglaw.
Regulatory Outlook

Advertising and marketing | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2023

ASA and FCA promote rules on advertising financial products | EU directive on empowering consumers for the green transition: environmental
Dispute resolution

High Court rules on substantial modification test in the UK Public Contract Regulations

Judgment considers when changes are substantial and need to be in a 'safe harbour' to proceed without new procurement
Blockchain

Defending claims against crypto exchanges in English law: the surprising benefit of turning up

High Court decision raises hurdle for crypto-fraud victims when tracing into the pooled assets of 'bona fide' exchanges
Real estate

Long-awaited Renters' (Reform) Bill introduced to UK Parliament

Reforms to the UK's private rented sector finally arrive four years after the government's response to consultation

Real estate

Heads of terms in England and Wales: take care they do not bind

Recent ruling highlights the need to state expressly that wording doesn't intend to create legally binding obligations
The Built Environment

What to look out for in property management agreements in the UK and Europe

The terms of PMAs and other legal issues need careful thought as owner and managing agent relationships get more complex
Brexit

How will the Retained EU Law Bill affect UK and international businesses?

A slow passage in Parliament has added to uncertainty as businesses and their risk managers look to prepare for change
Commercial

Telecoms Takeaway Podcast Series

Welcome to the Telecoms Takeaway podcast homepage.
Regulatory and compliance

'Vet-ting' medicinal claims in Great Britain: top tips on advertising pet products with health benefits

Complying with regulatory requirements and ensuring that advertising and marketing copy is accurate increases consumer confidence in brands