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13 Feb 2026

CMA powers to search domestic premises reinforced in recent ruling

This article discusses the rare insight into the CMA’s use of its powers to search domestic premises in competition law investigations, including the search and seizure of personal mobile phones and digital devices. It examines a recent CAT decision addressing Article 8 ECHR privacy rights, the CMA’s powers under the Competition Act 1998 and its investigation into suspected bid rigging in public sector construction tenders.

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

Restoration of a dissolved company by an assignee of a debt

Can a party who takes an assignment of a debt after the dissolution of a company apply to restore that company to the register?

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

Sherlock Holmes and the case of the transfer for shares – a section 423 case

This case concerns longstanding litigation between Linda Riley and her half brother, John Aidiniantz, arising from disputes over the ownership and control of Rollerteam Limited, the company operating the Sherlock Holmes Museum. Ms Riley alleges that Mr Aidiniantz had transferred his shares to his wife to prevent enforcement of substantial costs orders.

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

Madagascar Oil: restructuring plan adverse costs

Court makes adverse costs order against opposing creditor in a restructuring plan case.

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

Substantial dividend declared by an insolvent company is a transaction at an undervalue

Court of Appeal examines whether a substantial dividend declared by an insolvent company constituted a transaction at an undervalue under s.238 Insolvency Act 1986 and whether the statutory defence in s.238(5) applied to prevent relief.

3 mins

12 Feb 2026

When to think about preferential creditors

Where an administrator is seeking an extension to their appointment period, care should be taken as to whose consent is required.

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

What are a mortgagee in possession’s duties on sale?

The court has again confirmed that a mortgagee in possession, like a fixed charge receiver, has a duty, when selling a property against which it has enforced its security to get the best price reasonably obtainable in the circumstances.

3 mins

12 Feb 2026

NHS property transfers: What the new 2026 guidance really means

The Department of Health and Social Care has published new guidance on the voluntary transfer of properties currently owned by NHS Property Services to NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts. The guidance is for NHS England regional estates and finance leads and integrated care boards and trusts.

2 mins

12 Feb 2026

First restructuring plan decision since “Petrofac”

The High Court has sanctioned Argo Blockchain plc’s restructuring plan under Part 26A Companies Act 2006, despite a defective noteholder meeting, by using the cross class cram down power.

3 mins

09 Feb 2026

Clean energy upgrades: what the latest £74 million announcement means for NHS estates

The government’s latest press release confirms a further £74 million of investment to support clean energy upgrades across 82 NHS Trusts, alongside military sites and a prison.

4 mins

09 Feb 2026

All change in healthcare property? The proposed ban on upwards only rent reviews

Simon Sherwood, real estate partner at Mills & Reeve, examines how the Government’s proposed ban on upward only rent reviews could reshape the healthcare property market. He explores what the changes mean for operators, investors and developers across the sector, and how the market may need to adapt as a long established valuation and rental model comes under pressure.

8 mins

06 Feb 2026

The PFAS plan: How will it affect your industry?

The government has published a plan to understand the impacts of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on public health and the environment, with co-ordinated actions to minimise risks across many industries and sectors. The plan sets out a clear framework for understanding, identifying, reducing and managing the risks from harmful PFAS.