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Our built environment blog offers you regular updates and commentary on the latest legal news in the ever-changing aspects of the built environment.
In this article, Rosie Hill and Dominic Hordern explore how the built environment sector can build confidence, improve digital literacy, and adopt AI to unlock its greatest asset.
After a period of uncertainty and volatility in the real estate finance market in recent years, 2026 brings hopes of building on 2025’s steady recovery, but the landscape is still changing. In this blog, we explore the real estate landscape in more detail.
The last few weeks have seen the national planning regime try to navigate the tricky tightrope between the twin aims of unlocking development and protecting the environment.
A recent tax tribunal decision has significant implications for both developers and landowners involved in site works/material movement and stockpiling.
As the UK faces the challenges of an aging population, cultural storytelling and advocacy are helping reshape how retirement living is perceived and embraced.
For years, industrial estates have been the workhorses of the built environment, functional, efficient, and, let’s be honest, often uninspiring. But as the expectations of occupiers evolve, so too must the spaces we create for them.
From 1 July 2025, the Environment Agency (EA) has implemented a new charging regime for waste exemptions in England. These changes are part of a broader effort to modernise environmental regulation, improve oversight, and ensure cost recovery for services provided by the EA.
The UK’s housing shortage is a serious issue that continues to affect millions of people each year. We are all too familiar with the financial challenges the affordable housing sector faces when building new homes.
The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) is a significant piece of legislation for the rental sector with potential for having a huge impact on the UK property market and wider economy.
Our charity law blog gives up to date news on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting the charity sector.
This horizon scan highlights key changes for 2025 and what to expect in 2026 for the charities sector.
On 16 April 2025, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in the case of For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers.
Charitable companies and trading subsidiaries need to understand and implement new requirements about identity verification and company registers.
Long awaited reform on ex gratia (moral) payments gives most charities powers to make small ex gratia payments without Charity Commission consent.
The Chancellor’s 2025 Budget introduces several provisions with direct implications for the charity sector. We look at the key takeaways that may affect you and your business.
Following a public consultation over the summer, the DCMS issued the government’s response on 31 October, confirming significant changes to charity financial thresholds in England and Wales, due to take effect on 1 October 2026.
The new charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) was published on 31 October 2025 and will apply to accounting periods beginning 1 January 2026.
The revised Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) 2026, effective for financial periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026, introduces significant changes to charity reporting.
The use of social media for charities, and those who work and volunteer for them, has been a regular theme in Charity Commission compliance cases in recent years.
Our construction and engineering blog offers updates and commentary on the latest legal news affecting those working in the construction and engineering industry.
The First tier Tribunal’s January 2026 decision in Canary Riverside Estate marks one of the most influential interpretations to date of the Building Safety Act 2022 and sets a clear direction for how “relevant defects” and “building safety risks” will be assessed going forward
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has issued a decision concerning Cypress Point, Leylands Road, Leeds, varying the timescale and obligations under an existing Remediation Order made under section 123 of the Building Safety Act 2022.
The TCC confirmed on 20 January 2026 that an assignee to a construction contract may refer disputes to adjudication, subject to the terms of the contract, and that an adjudicator’s decision is therefore enforceable in such circumstances.
On 19 December 2025 the Building Safety Regulator issued a letter to all building owners and principal accountable persons (PAPs).
Can a contractor really play the ‘you’re out’ card the second time the employer pays late? The Supreme Court says that under JCT 2016, it is not that simple.
Procurement thresholds will change from 1 January 2026 and most are decreasing. Note that the new limits continue to include VAT.
Following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s Phase 2 report which recommended an urgent review of the definition of higher-risk buildings, the Government has reviewed the definition and on 17 December 2025, it decided to leave the definition as it is for the time being but it will...
The Building Safety Levy (England) Regulations 2025 have now been made. They will come into force on 1 October 2026.
The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has announced that it will be directing more Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs) to apply for a Building Assessment Certificate (BAC) — a key part of the post-Grenfell building safety regime under the Building Safety Act 2022.
Our education blog brings together public, private and charity law and commentary for the education and research sector.
After months of parliamentary back-and-forth, the Bill finally made it onto the statute books just before Christmas. For universities, the implications are wide-ranging, and the clock is ticking on compliance.
We consider some data and technology issues in the context of the university estate.
The Government has outlined how it intends to strengthen the regulation of franchised delivery providers in higher education.
Laura Ludlow and Jennifer Lewis recently joined the 'AUDE Big Conversation: Lightbulb Moments' at Lancaster University, exploring the path to net zero. Here are key insights from the event shaping the sector’s future.
The government has launched a consultation on various aspects of the levy on English higher education providers, adding detail to the headline announcement in the budget. We look at the key elements included.
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 now requires mandatory identity checks for UK company directors, LLP members and persons with significant control (PSCs) to combat corruption and fraud.
This week saw the publication of the wide-ranging post-16 education and skills white paper. We outline some of the key issues that those working in the sector will be considering.
We consider cyber security risk as an element of universities’ student protection plans.
As the UK’s private education sector faces mounting financial pressures and regulatory shifts – most notably, of course, the imposition of VAT on private school fees from January 2025 – many independent schools are exploring alternative ownership structures. This blog explores...
Our employment law blog provides insight on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting employers and those in a senior human resources role.
The Government has published a revised timetable for the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025.
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has ruled that failing to upgrade the terms and conditions of TUPE transferred staff was indirect race discrimination.
The Court of Appeal has confirmed that Coastguard Rescue Officers are entitled to worker status, despite being described as volunteers in the relevant documentation.
Nine months on from the Supreme Court’s ruling on the meaning of sex in the Equality Act, we are still without definitive guidance on how it is to be applied in practice.
Most of the Act’s provisions in relation to family-related leave will take effect from 6 April 2026, but some won’t be implemented until 2027. In addition, a separate Act which gives additional rights to unpaid leave for bereaved partners is also being implemented from 6 April.
In our latest review of the year we have made a selection of Mills & Reeve’s employment-related content from 2025.
Employers have just 28 days to respond to an Employment Tribunal claim by filing an ET3 form. By acting quickly, employers can protect their right to defend Employment Tribunal claims and avoid costly mistakes.
Following Royal Assent on 18 December, we now have a fixed date for the measures in the Employment Rights Act that will be taking effect early in the New Year: 18 February.
After months of unexpected delays, the Bill completed its passage through Parliament on 16 December, clearing the way for the first stages in the government’s implementation plans.
Our environmental, social and governance (ESG) blog offers you regular updates on the latest legal ESG issues and how they impact organisations, our people, our clients and the wider communities that we work with.
ESG considerations remain of key importance but are being reframed to demonstrate value and improved investment performance. For real estate assets, this means ensuring resilience and cost efficiency, while mitigating risk. How will this be reflected in the market in 2026?
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) are no longer optional considerations in the industrial and logistics sector; they are essential. This is true for occupiers, investors and developers alike, who have been placed under increasing pressure to take responsibility for su...
The United Nation’s annual Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil came to a close on Saturday 22 November, following two weeks of discussions and negotiations aimed at limiting global temperature rises and their impact.
As COP30 reaches its halfway point in Belém, Brazil, the message is clear: this is the COP of implementation. A decade on from the Paris Agreement, the focus has shifted from pledges to delivery and accountability. Yet, there are signs of strain.
On 13 October, the European Parliament’s Legal Affairs Committee approved a sweeping compromise to scale back the EU’s corporate sustainability framework. The vote marks a significant recalibration of the CSRD and the CSDDD.
The European Commission has proposed a further one-year delay to the EU Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products (EUDR), pushing its application to 30 December 2026.
Explore how the 'failure to prevent fraud' offence impacts ESG reporting, directors’ duties, and corporate liability in a changing UK compliance landscape.
These Guidelines aim to facilitate the flow of capital towards entities that are credibly transitioning to net zero, across various asset classes and global jurisdictions.
This blog introduces the general issues that are at play when considering the lawfulness of a subsidy, then takes a look at a couple of recent examples.
Our family and children law blog provides practical advice and insight on a wide range of topics by our top-ranked family and children lawyers.
Remote mediation has become the new normal for many couples engaging in this process. The critical question is no longer whether remote mediation works at all, but we should continue to think about when it works best and where its limitations lie.
Family Mediation Week 2026 is the perfect moment to clear up some persistent myths about mediation — and to highlight why it remains one of the most constructive, child focused and empowering ways for separating families to move forward.
In 2025, barrister Christina Warner launched a campaign called Ruby’s Law aimed at safeguarding pets in situations of domestic abuse. The proposal seeks amendments to the Family Law Act 1996 and the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 to explicitly protect pets in households where abuse o...
Divorce is rarely simple—especially when significant assets and business interests are involved. As we come into the festive holidays, we wonder what would happen if Mr and Mrs Claus decided to separate?
Christmas is all about giving – but what happens when the relationship doesn’t last? Who keeps the luxury watch? What about the car that was given as a present? And what if the gift was a treasured family heirloom? These questions can feel awkward and emotional, especially whe...
Christmas is often described as the most wonderful time of the year. For children, it’s about excitement, family traditions, and making memories. But when parents live apart, the festive season can quickly become stressful. Who gets Christmas Eve? What about Boxing Day? How do...
For many people, a pension is one of the most valuable assets they own. It’s easy to focus on the family home when thinking about dividing assets, but pensions can often hold a significant value and will have a big impact on financial security later in life. So, what can the...
A significant change is coming to family law in England and Wales. This week, the Government announced plans to repeal the presumption of parental involvement, a principle that has shaped child arrangements decisions for over a decade.
In May 2025, the Family Justice Council released new guidance on covert recordings in family law cases involving children. As technology evolves, more parents are presenting secret recordings in court - this guidance addresses the growing trend and its implications.
Our food and agribusiness law blog offers you regular updates on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting the food and agribusiness industry.
On 12 January 2026, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced plans to update the Nutrient Profile Model, which will likely expand the range of products affected by HFSS advertising restrictions.
Rob Biddlecombe was recently co-chair and a panellist at the Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum webinar “Next steps for food waste and reporting in England”. We look at some key takeaways from the conference.
Jessica Burt, food regulatory lawyer at Mills & Reeve, looked at the next steps for novel foods in the UK at Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum Policy Conference that was held on 27 November.
The food and agri sector is enormously diverse and important. Katrina Anderson and Jessica Burt identify for key issues for the year ahead.
The Autumn Budget 2025 introduces a mix of measures that will reshape the food and agribusiness landscape. We provide a breakdown of these plans and discuss the impact on the sector.
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its’ first investigation using its new powers under the Digital Markets, Competition & Consumer Act (DMCC), into online pricing practices.
Katrina Anderson, Principle Associate specialising in commercial and food product regulatory at Mills & Reeve, looked at the implications for access to healthy, affordable food, and what might be next for HFSS (high in fat, salt, and sugar) food.
Food producer businesses may be inadvertently impacted by EPR rules if their brand is placed on packaging – even if the food is produced on behalf of an own brander.
Jessica Burt, associate specialising in food product regulatory and product liability at Mills & Reeve, looks at the implications of future mandatory sales data reporting for ‘larger’ food companies and what this may mean in the food sector as a whole.
Our health and care law blog provides insight on the latest legal, policy and commercial issues affecting the NHS and the independent health sector.
The case concerned LE, a 46-year-old woman with schizophrenia and diabetes, who developed severe dry gangrene in the fingers and toes following complications during a hospital admission.
Over the past decade, independent sector providers have become an increasingly important part of the national effort to cut NHS waiting lists. The latest analysis IHPN shows that private providers now deliver around 10% of all NHS elective care, and that independent capacity h...
The Court of Protection has handed down its decision in LM v NHS Sussex ICB [2025] EWCOP 50 (T2), providing clarity on how capacity should be assessed in section 21A proceedings.
Selling a care home in the UK requires careful preparation to secure optimal value and ensure a seamless transaction.
The Mental Health Act 2025 has now received Royal Assent, marking the most significant reform of mental health legislation in decades.
The ICO’s Ripple Effect campaign emphasises the importance of integrating compassion and empathy into data protection, especially in healthcare, to address the significant human impact of data breaches. It highlights the need for clear communication and cultural change in hand...
AI is transforming health and care – from advanced diagnostics to tailored treatments – but how can we guarantee it remains safe, ethical, and effective?
The Mental Health Bill, first introduced into the House of Lords in November 2024, has now passed all parliamentary stages and is awaiting Royal Assent, expected early next year.
Earlier this year, the Health and Social Care (Wales) Act 2025 received Royal Assent, marking a significant milestone in Wales’ commitment to delivering a ‘fairer’ and ‘more sustainable’ care system.
Our life sciences law blog brings you up to date news and views on legal, regulation and policy decisions affecting the life science sector.
The MHRA has published an In Vitro Diagnostics Medical Devices Roadmap (IVDs Roadmap) as part of its wider Medical Devices Regulatory Reform Roadmap to implementation.
In an interesting development for the life sciences sector, and which could therefore also have significance for the health and education sectors, the government announced in late November 2025 that it was laying a statutory instrument to include Life Sciences infrastructure a...
The government is moving to classify life sciences infrastructure as key national infrastructure under the Public Order Act 2023, a change that may also impact the health and education sectors.
The MHRA has launched its call for evidence on regulation of AI in healthcare. This particular call for evidence relates to AI used in medical devices (including standalone AI as a medical device).
Virtual wards and remote healthcare are reshaping the delivery of medical services. With the global telehealth market expected to reach $175.5 billion by 2026, both the UK and the EU are working to adapt their regulatory frameworks.
The recently announced US/UK trade deal on pharmaceuticals and medtech has been warmly welcomed by industry representatives, research institutes and medical research charities.
UK medicines regulator, the MHRA, has carried out an extensive, two-day raid on an illicit weight loss medicines facility.
Legislation passed in 2023 opened the door to greater flexibility for precision genetic technology. From November 2025, new rules will streamline the approval process (in England only) for precision bred plant varieties—those developed using advanced gene editing tools like CR...
PISCES is a new type of platform where shares in private companies can be traded. As companies choose to stay private for longer, PISCES should give investors the opportunity to trade private company shares easily and efficiently in an organised marketplace.
Written by our team of specialist procurement lawyers, we bring you updates and commentary on the latest procurement law news affecting anyone who deals with public procurement as part of their role.
New procurement thresholds apply for all procurements starting on or after 1 January 2026.
Kevin Calder takes a timely look at publishing Tender Notices under the PA2023 and analyses what has changed.
Join us for our next 5 in 25 webinar on 21 May at 1000 - we will be discussing five recent procurement law cases and their impact on law and practice.
We note the 26th May 2025 deadline for publishing the first UK01 Pipeline Notices under the Act and link to recent government guidance.
In this blog post we look at the CMA’s increasing focus on procurement, the new competition law ground for exclusion from public tender opportunities, and what businesses can be doing to mitigate the risks of exclusion.
The Procurement Act 2023 goes live today! We note the latest Cabinet Office guidance published today on the detailed operation of the new Procurement Review Unit and the Debarment List, and on excluding suppliers for reasons of national security.
As we approach the 24th February Implementation Date for the Procurement Act 2023 we summarise the latest developments.
As we head into 2025 and towards implementation of the Procurement Act 2023 on 24 February this year, we look at the latest templates, guidance, PPNs and draft legislation issued by government over the festive period.
Kevin Calder looks at the potential impact of Contract Performance Notices on suppliers.
Our sports law blog provides legal insights and updates on the key issues affecting the sports industry.
In the latest in a series of high-profile football betting cases, The FA has handed Huddersfield Town striker, Kian Harratt, a four month ban and a fine of £3,200 for 484 breaches of the FA Betting Rules.
The growing data economy has raised significant questions about consent and ownership of football players’ personal and performance data, leading to the development of the FIFPRO Charter of Player Data Rights.
Harry Toffolo received a five-month ban and a fine for 375 breaches of the FA Betting Rules, with the leniency attributed to the nature of his bets and mitigating factors.
The Home Office has approved new Governing Body Endorsement (“GBE”) Criteria for The FA.
The safeguarding measures for head injuries in sport are under the microscope. Professional clubs have the resources to keep up to date with safe-guarding measures. But what about our grassroots sports?
The sports law team at Mills & Reeve successfully supported the ITIA in prosecuting Younes Rachidi, Mohamed Hassan, and Houria Boukholda for 179 match-fixing offences.
The International Council of Arbitration for Sport (ICAS) has established the Football Legal Aid Fund (FLAF), effective from 1 February 2023, to provide financial assistance for football-related disputes.
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has added Tramadol to the 2023 Prohibited List, effective from January 2024, while maintaining cannabis on the list due to health risks and its violation of the “spirit of sport.”
In April 2022, UK Sport launched ‘Sport Integrity,’ an independent service for reporting and investigating unacceptable behavior in Olympic and Paralympic sports, with a regulatory framework developed by Mills & Reeve LLP.
Our technology law blog gives up to date news and views on legal, regulation and policy affecting the technology sector.
Are you ready to transform your business culture and harness the true potential of innovation? In this blog we distil real-world insights from Mills & Reeve’s own journey, offering actionable steps and essential guardrails for leaders who want to foster creativity, drive chang...
The Enforcement Notice issued to Bristol City Council (BCC) in August 2025 by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) sets out a sobering example of what happens when Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) are mismanaged over an extended period.
For most organisations, internal investigations are familiar but complex. Whether the issue involves employee grievances, misconduct, or regulatory breaches, how an investigation is structured determines its legal defensibility and data protection compliance.
For those of you who have only just recovered from the GDPR, the news that data protection laws are changing again may not be entirely welcome.
Is the growth of AI being held back by uncertainty about how it may lawfully be deployed? In October, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology issued an open call for evidence about its proposal to create an AI Growth Lab.
Despite the growing ubiquity of AI in the workplace, many organisations do not yet have an AI policy. In this blog, Nick Smallwood explores the findings from a recent KPMG/University of Melbourne survey, as well as the importance of crafting an AI policy.
The EU Data Act brought in new data access rights for EU based users of connected products and related services with the aim of making data (particularly industrial data) more accessible, usable, and to encourage data-driven innovation.
Most of the EU Data Act (the Act) came into force on 12 September 2025. If you provide cloud services to customers in the EU, this means you will need to get to grips with new obligations to make it easier for your customers to switch to another provider.
For in-house counsel, managing internal investigations demands careful attention to how personal data is handled. This blog explores the often-overlooked importance of lawful, fair, and secure data practices throughout the investigative process.