Caution for new, noise-sensitive developments
Recent case law highlights how the agent of change principle, in the revised NPPF, may be applied in challenging planning decisions. We outline the key points from the cases
26 April 2019
The ‘Supplier of Last Resort’ – what does it mean for suppliers and consumers?
This article discusses the Supplier of Last Resort procedure and what this means for suppliers and their consumers
18 October 2021
Ethical Finance: a focus for 2021 and beyond
The ethics of borrowers and their debt-funded projects has fast become a dominant theme of the UK debt market in 2021, coinciding with an increasing awareness of the UK and Scottish governments’ commitment to achieving net zero
09 June 2021
Can local authorities adopt energy efficiency standards that exceed Building Regulations?
An English local authority can add energy efficiency requirements to its local plan which exceed the energy requirements of Building Regulations. We explore the key points for local authorities.
26 March 2018
New horizons for UK environmental regulation and enforcement: trends to watch
We look at the potential changes to environmental law and enforcement and the trends in 2021 so far
30 June 2021
Can Companies House be held liable for errors on the Register of Companies?
What does Sebry v Companies House tell us about the duties of Companies House to register company information correctly?
02 February 2015
Supermarkets face fine of 1% of turnover
The Groceries Code Adjudicator, Christine Tacon, will soon be able to fine those who breach the Groceries Supply Code of Practice.
03 February 2015
Data is infrastructure: how is data transforming UK construction and infrastructure?
The National Infrastructure Commission and Constructing Excellence recently considered the transformative use of data in infrastructure. We anticipate some of the likely legal challenges.
01 February 2018
Supercar v Revenue and Customs Commissioners: VAT treatment of collision damage waivers
Are collision damage waiver payments classed as insurance for VAT purposes?
29 March 2018
Can a public authority appoint another public authority without procuring?
The European Court rejects an attempt by two German public authorities (city and regional authorities in Düren) to use procurement process exemptions.
21 June 2013
Government to apply the Consumer Rights Act 2015 to rail, aviation and maritime sectors
Following consultation, the government has decided not to exempt permanently the rail, aviation and maritime sectors from certain provisions of the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
05 April 2016
Cabinet Office launches consultation on social value in procurement
The Cabinet Office continues to promote the social value agenda launching a consultation on how government should take account of social value in the award of central government contracts.
12 March 2019