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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
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
Real estate
New transparency regime for contractual control over land: what it means for developers and landowners in England and Wales
Introduction of public register of qualifying land control agreements will mark significant change for the development industry, with limited time
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
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
The Building Safety Act
UK Upper Tribunal upholds remediation contribution order against developer and associated entities
Guidance issued on contributions to costs of remediation and new reality of group liability under the Building Safety Act
Real estate
Landlords brace for the compliance and cost challenge of rising UK energy efficiency standards
Mitigation strategies can improve commercial properties believed to be below acceptable energy performance thresholds
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
