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Infrastructure

Planning system changes look to aid the delivery of UK infrastructure

New infrastructure strategy proposes biannual 'spatial' planning updates and removing obstacles to the consent process
Energy and Energy Transition

Winds of change: UK government moves to accelerate onshore wind energy

The UK's new onshore wind strategy aims to remove barriers to development and create economic opportunities
Decarbonisation

Environmental marketplaces: EU and UK head towards copycat ETSs and CBAMs

Potential alignment of emission trading schemes could reduce the scope of EU and UK carbon border adjustment mechanisms
Real estate

Great Jackson ruling highlights need to balance development and control in UK urban projects

Developers of local authority land should review lease terms before deciding on expenditure so as to mitigate conflict
Real estate

Building Blocks | Developments for the UK construction industry: June 2025

Welcome to Building Blocks – a round-up of Insights relevant to construction industry clients
Regulatory Outlook

Environment | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2025

Upcoming Environment Bill for Wales | Planning and Infrastructure Bill heads to House of Lords | Government consults on implementing
Energy and Energy Transition

Biodiversity net gain will play a crucial role in the development of UK renewable energy

The connection between climate change and biodiversity loss is now a major area of focus for the renewables sector
Real estate

What does the second half of 2025 offer the commercial real estate sector in England?

As mid-year approaches, there are a number of significant legal changes expected, with consultations heralding further reform
Real estate

FTT calls again for proportionate and reasonable cost claims in the negotiation of UK Code agreements

Tribunal decision is another clear victory for operators in their battle with site providers over unconstructive costs
The Building Safety Act

Recent case highlights need for further guidance on what constitutes a high-rise building in England

Court that decided that a roof-top garden was a 'storey' for building safety purposes exceeded its jurisdiction
Real estate

English High Court scrutinises landlord's insurance commissions in blockbuster Trocadero case

Landlord's commission practices may end up on the cutting room floor in significant case involving insurance premiums
Commercial

Contract formation in the digital age: English High Court finds binding agreement formed via WhatsApp messages

The case is a cautionary tale about the use of informal communication channels when negotiating agreements