All Professional comment articles – Page 9
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How can companies best meet data protection requirements?
Far too few real estate companies take data protection seriously – and when they do, it is often with a pinch of salt.
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What do latest judgements mean for the recovery of Covid rent arrears?
Property lawyers and landlords alike have been following the cases of Bank of New York Mellon (International) v Cine-UK and London Trocadero (2015) v Picturehouse Cinemas with trepidation over recent months.
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ESG moves up the agenda to become a cost-saving measure
Ongoing energy crisis has heightened the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability measures.
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Nutrient neutrality in the north
Following guidance from Natural England, many property developments have come to a grinding halt to maintain nutrient neutrality, which developers and local authorities (LAs) in the north are not prepared for.
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The future of hotel investment
It is easy to see why appetite for hotel investment remains.
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Landlords must give people a reason to be back in the office
Accommodating what employees value in a post-pandemic world will stand businesses in good stead.
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Could flexible working solve property’s gender pay gap?
By making flexible working the norm, employers can help to attract and retain women across the board.
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The pros and cons of restructuring
On 22 July, the High Court sanctioned the part 26A restructuring plan (RP) of Houst, a property management services business for short-term and holiday lets.
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Consulting on building safety
After the Building Safety Act (BSA) gained royal assent at the end of April, the government commenced consultations regarding the swathe of secondary legislation that is required to complete the detail of the new regime.
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Meeting the myriad needs of a neurodiverse workforce
As employers and colleagues, it is our duty to be more informed and offer better support where it is needed.
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No change on cladding post-Gove
Michael Gove’s strategy to tackle the cladding crisis proved deeply unpopular with the housebuilding industry.
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More affordable housing is needed
In its latest study into the UK’s ‘broken’ housing system, charity Shelter announced the worrying news that despite huge demand, only 6,644 social rent homes were delivered in 2019-20 – a decrease of more than 83% since 2010.
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Questions remain amid Covid rent arrears arbitration scheme
First two decisions fail to clarify when and to what extent a protected rent debt will be reduced or waived.
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Judgment on telephone masts clarifies the rights of landowners
Three lawyers discuss recent Supreme Court rulings in three cases involving land ownership and rents.
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An easy fix for the UK’s planning woes
It has repeatedly been said that the UK’s planning system is not fit for purpose. Some have even suggested it is ‘broken’. I would go further and say it is actively counterproductive to its purpose. But I believe the problem could be easily fixed.
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The case for foundation reuse
Prior to the 20th century, it was common practice to reuse foundations. We have now come full circle and are once again seeing a push towards reuse. This time, the pressure to change approach is being driven by the climate emergency.
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What is the commercial case for improving building standards?
The Building Safety Bill received Royal Assent in late April and will change how residential buildings are constructed and maintained.
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Will the new levelling-up bill reverse the fortunes of UK high streets?
The Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill has been the subject of much commentary since its debut on 11 May.
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A solution for profit and planet
If you are looking for new ways to maximise the potential of your property and have unused outdoor space, solar developments can be an investment that is both profitable and environmentally sustainable.
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Rising to retrofitting challenge
Retrofitting homes and buildings is fundamental to achieving the government’s net zero commitment, something we give extra thought to on World Environment Day on 5 June.