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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.
Laura Holdaway and Andy King attended MIPIM, one of the world’s leading international real estate events. In this blog, they explore the key takeaways from the event.
Pragmatism and resilience are defining the UK real estate market in 2026, as investors focus on execution, income durability and delivering value amid uncertainty.
Winter precipitation, on average, is on the increase, and the effects are starting to be felt more widely. But is your property due diligence wide enough to pick up those effects?
A concise overview of the government’s new towns consultation, examining proposed locations, planning policy changes and what they could mean for future development.
Landlords and Tenants should be aware of the impact of the revision of rateable values on the compensation payable in hostile lease renewals.
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.
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.
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.
Our charity law blog gives up to date news on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting the charity sector.
Charities are seeking merger increasingly as a safe harbour in challenging times. Here is our guide to what you need to know if you’re thinking about merger.
A landmark Valuation Tribunal decision has reduced the Natural History Museum’s rateable value to £1.
Fundraising is about far more than generating income — it’s fundamentally about building and maintaining public trust.
With the commencement of key provisions the DUAA, 5 February 2026, the charitable purpose soft opt in under Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations has officially come into force.
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.
Long awaited reform on ex gratia (moral) payments gives most charities powers to make small ex gratia payments without Charity Commission consent.
Charitable companies and trading subsidiaries need to understand and implement new requirements about identity verification and company registers.
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.
Our construction and engineering blog offers updates and commentary on the latest legal news affecting those working in the construction and engineering industry.
The Technology and Construction Court (the “Court”) has handed down an important judgment on when the courts will intervene to prevent payment under a performance bond. In CR Construction (UK) Company Limited v Barclays Bank plc & Northern Gateway (FEC) No. 7 Limited, the Cour...
The Technology & Construction Court judgment in Baltimore Wharf SLP v Ballymore Properties Limited v WSP UK Limited [2026] EWHC 312 (TCC) considers whether a binding agreement can be reached during settlement negotiations which are carried out on a ‘subject to contract’ basis
The Upper-tier Tribunal (Lands Chamber) has handed down its decision in the Vista Tower dispute Edgewater (Stevenage) Limited and Others v Grey GR Limited Partnership [2026] UKUT 18 (LC).
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.
Our education blog brings together public, private and charity law and commentary for the education and research sector.
The Upper Tribunal’s recent decision in Farfan v Information Commissioner and the University of Central Lancashire provides important clarification for universities and other public authorities on when information is considered “held” for the purposes of the FOIA.
We consider how those involved in delivering apprenticeships should respond to the ongoing assessment reforms.
The Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) has published a refreshed complaints process confirming how it will deal with data protection complaints.
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.
Our employment law blog provides insight on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting employers and those in a senior human resources role.
Several changes to employment law take effect on 6 April 2026. According to a recent Acas survey, employers believe that reforms being made to SSP will have the biggest impact in the workplace
New rates for many statutory payments will apply from April 2026.
A number of employment law changes will come into force on 6 April 2026.
The second set of Commencement Regulations for the Employment Rights Act 2025 have been published.
For the last nine months, organisations have been trying to interpret the For Women Scotland decision.
Over the past month, the government has launched seven consultations on amendments to the Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA”), closing on various dates in April and May.
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has ruled that failing to upgrade the terms and conditions of TUPE transferred staff was indirect race discrimination.
The Government has published a revised timetable for the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025.
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.
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.
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...
A clear overview of how The Child Focused Courts Model speeds up cases, reduces conflict, and prioritises children’s welfare as it rolls out across England and Wales.
Last year, the case of Standish v Standish sent ripples through the family law community when it ruled on how assets within a marriage can become “matrimonialised”. Matrimonialised (or matrimonialisation) means an asset that began as one person’s own becomes treated as part of...
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.
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...
Our food and agribusiness law blog offers you regular updates on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting the food and agribusiness industry.
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 was passed in October last year, with the most relevant changes, including those for landlords of agricultural workers, coming into force on 1 May 2026.
The Nutrient Profile Model (NPM) consultation was published 25 March 2026 and proposes businesses have just 12 months to apply the ‘new’ NPM (2018 model) for their advertising and promotion of products.
It is eye-opening to see the recent figures reported in Farmers Weekly which show that dog attacks on farm animals cost UK farmers an estimated £1.95 million in 2025, a 10% rise from the previous year.
In the recent case of John M Clapp v The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Defra was found to have wrongly designated land as falling within a NVZ, and therefore the restrictions placed on agricultural activities should not have been imposed.
The UK government is entering into a new strategic partnership with the EU to oversee the trade and movement of plants, animal products, feed and food. This arrangement is known as a sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) agreement. The call to the agri-food sector is to “start gett...
The Competition & Markets Authority (“CMA”) published new guidance on making environmental claims across supply chains.
We take a look at the Spring Statement 2026 and what this means for the food and agri sector.
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.
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 NHS’s drive to decarbonise its estate has moved into a new phase, with the NOE CPC launching a £1bn national framework covering decarbonisation and energy infrastructure works.
The Department of Health and Social Care has released the latest statistics from the Mental Capacity Act 2005 on the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) for England, covering the 2024 to 2025 period.
At this year’s Care England conference, Chris Badger, who recently became the Chief Inspector of Adult Social Care and Integrated Care, shared how the CQC is transforming its approach to regulating adult social care.
We are delighted to sponsor the 2026 Green Templeton lecture series – Innovation and the Future of Health: Find, Fail, Fly – which sets the tone for a thought provoking programme exploring the future of health innovation. We bring you insights from the lecture series.
This April sees the roll-out of a series of important reforms to the NHS dental contract.
In the fifth blog of our five-part series on surveillance in healthcare, we set out guidance for healthcare professionals when patients want to record medical conversations.
The CMA has today launched a market study into the private dentistry sector focusing on the supply of private dental services, including preventative, clinically necessary and cosmetic treatments in the UK.
Healthcare providers are adapting to a new approach to patient safety investigations following the introduction of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) in August 2022.
A recent High Court decision, R (CGT) v West Sussex County Council, has significant implications for NHS and local authority commissioners navigating the interface between personal injury compensation, statutory funding duties and financial assessments.
Our life sciences law blog brings you up to date news and views on legal, regulation and policy decisions affecting the life science sector.
PMCPA has published revised and expanded guidance on the use of social media by pharmaceutical companies
The MHRA is currently consulting on access for CE marked medical devices to the market in Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) over the longer term.
Two parallel schemes apply to control the costs of branded medicines to the NHS. These longstanding policy tools aim to ensure that the NHS can obtain the best possible value when purchasing medicines.
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.
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.
We note the 26th May 2025 deadline for publishing the first UK01 Pipeline Notices under the Act and link to recent government guidance.
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.
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.
Clubs and sports’ organisations hold a mass of data on individuals – be that information about players, fans, employees, membership data or marketing datasets.
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.”
Our technology law blog gives up to date news and views on legal, regulation and policy affecting the technology sector.
A recent inspiring women in tech event showed that the most powerful conversations in tech aren’t really about tech at all, they’re about people. This blog captures an honest, practical and uplifting discussion on confidence, curiosity and what “success” really looks like for...
On the 26 February 2026, the Competition Appeal Tribunal “CAT” made an important judgment under the Subsidy Control Act 2022 “SCA”, dismissing a challenge brought by The New Lottery Company and others against the Gambling Commission.
The Court of Appeal provided important judicial clarification last week on the obligations of controllers of personal data in its judgment in DSG Retail Ltd v The Information Commissioner.
This blog discusses the CMA’s designation of Google’s general search and search advertising services with Strategic Market Status (SMS) under the Digital Markets, Competition & Consumers Act 2024.
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.
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.