Property Power Hour - on the Road, Guildford, 14 May 2026
The latest developments shaping the future of conveyancing.
Commentary
Our Spotlights and Commentary are concise, expert-authored updates giving you the information and guidance you need to address the practical impact of recent case law, legislation and practice developments.
SDT cases – signatures and undertakings
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal has recently considered SRA allegations against property lawyers at different ends of the sanctions spectrum: a serious allegation relating to witnessing a signature and a relatively minor allegation on a breach of an undertaking. Nigel West reports
When conveyancing and the Court of Protection collide
Philip Cartin and Holly Miéville-Hawkins look at the issues involved when providing conveyancing for individuals lacking capacity, and offer advice on how to best support clients and avoid pitfalls
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: what’s changing and when?
The Renters’ Rights Act marks the biggest shake-up of the private rented sector in decades. Nick Martyn discusses what the changes will mean for renters and landlords, and looks at the recently announced implementation dates
What should future conveyancing look like?
Peter Rodd comments on the detail in the recent government announcement to reform the home buying and selling process in England and Wales
Time for action
David Robinson and Ash Daniells look at the recent requirement for law firms and individuals who deal with HMRC on client tax matters to register as tax advisers, and discuss the implications for firms
