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Regulatory Outlook

Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2025

Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill completes committee stage in the House of Lords | HSE questioned by the Work and
Real estate

How to handle construction disputes in England

For prospective claimants, success is all in the preparation – getting it wrong can lead to claims being struck out
Real estate

Renters' Rights Bill divides opinion as it passes second reading in UK House of Lords

Landlords have a short period to consider their options with the legislation expected to come into force later in spring
Telecoms

Two new telecoms judgments include the first UK Electronic Communications Code termination decision

UK telecoms site operators offered greater certainty by Upper Tribunal's strict interpretation of the Code
Real estate

How is biodiversity loss being addressed at a global level?

There is a complex regulatory landscape for business as a result of the differing approaches to biodiversity internationally
Infrastructure services

UK government lays out plan to streamline the development of critical infrastructure

Working paper outlines reform plan for the consenting process of nationally significant infrastructure projects
Real estate

Key amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill: what landlords in England need to know

Increase in protections and rights for tenants brings risks, liabilities and costs for landlords
Real estate

The Legal 500 | Real Estate Guide: An overview of Real Estate laws and regulations in France

This Real Estate guide will help you navigate the French regulatory landscape related to the real estate sector.
Real estate

New reference index launched for the annual rent update of Spain's residential lease agreements

The new index will be set as the reference limit replacing the Consumer Price Index (CPI) that has been applicable
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2025

Voluntary Carbon Market clarity | Net Zero plan consultation | UK 2035 climate target | Finance bill 2025 | Environment
Real estate

Watt's next? Consultation proposes reforms to the energy performance of buildings regime in England and Wales

Building owners will want to keep an eye on an evolving regulatory landscape as the government looks to improve EPCs
The Built Environment

What legal developments are on the horizon for the built environment in England in 2025?

Another busy year expected, with significant reforms taking place in a number of areas