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Decarbonisation

Net zero in UK construction – where are we now?

Is the UK doing enough to decarbonise the built environment and reach its net zero targets?

The Built Environment

UK Supreme Court rules in favour of landlord in challenges to service charge certificates

Majority upheld the Court of Appeal judgment but with new interpretation of a 'pay now, argue later' regime

Decarbonisation

UK looks to deliver natural gas and hydrogen projects for freight transport 

Non-electric transport fuels are attractive alternative power sources that need infrastructure, finance and regulation
ESG, sustainability and responsible business

How the ESG agenda is shaping international supply chains in Asia

Sustainable strategies and supply chain management are a focus in the region and for legal advisors in 2023 and beyond
The Built Environment

Reforms to the UK's private rented sector – where are we now?

Widespread reforms are proposed with 'no fault' evictions being scrapped and the introduction of a legally binding 'Decent Homes Standard'

Knowledge Notes

UK business law predictions for 2023

As the new year unfolds, we look ahead at what legal developments businesses can expect
The Built Environment

A look ahead for UK real estate in 2023

The new year will be a busy one – including the implementation of new regimes for overseas ownership of UK
Decarbonisation

EU agrees reforms to its carbon market

European Parliament and the Council reach political agreements to reform the emissions trading system and to prevent carbon leakage
Real estate

Business rates in 2023 to shake up statutory compensation in UK lease renewals

Changes to rateable values will affect what is payable when terminating leases under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
Blockchain

Tokenisation of real estate: the way forward

What is needed to bring tokenisation mainstream? The final article in this series offers a route map for implementation
Blockchain

Tokenisation of real estate: what are the barriers?

To succeed, tokenisation must win investor trust and comply with land law's formalities and financial regulation's rigour
Blockchain

Tokenisation of real estate: an untapped opportunity

What is tokenisation and what significant potential benefits could it offer?