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FeatureOn qualified electronic signatures
Nearly a year after HM Land Registry approved the use of qualified electronic signatures, uptake is still languishing in single figures. Richard Oliphant explains why flawed guidance, not the technology, is to blame and how to fix it
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NewsAwaab’s Law – Phase 2
Kerri Harrison and Baljit Basra look at the details of the second phase of Awaab’s Law and how practitioners can prepare for implementation
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NewsSDLT – how commercial is ‘commercial’?
In Andrew Charles Ferguson & Gemma May Ferguson v HMRC [2026] TCO9782, the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) found that residential stamp duty land tax (SDLT) rates applied on a property purchase where a let paddock formed part of the grounds of the property. Julie Butler and Fred Butler look at the ...
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NewsSDT 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
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FeatureWhen 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
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FeatureRenters’ 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
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FeatureWhat 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
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FeatureNavigating climate risk in property transactions
Tim Champney looks at the impact of climate change in property transactions, and how new tools and products can help firms
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Sponsored bySix signs of money laundering – and how to spot them
Richard Simms from AMLCC sets out how to identify money laundering in property transactions
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FeatureAttorneys’ power to gift properties
Ash Jones, land registrar at HM Land Registry, outlines the limits on attorneys’ powers to gift property under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and explains what evidence is needed to avoid void transactions and registration errors
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FeatureRights of light and the modern cityscape
The High Court’s ruling in Cooper v Ludgate House Ltd and Powell v Ludgate House Ltd [2025] EWHC 1724 (Ch) offers key guidance for rights of lights disputes in urban developments. Matthew Weal, Hugh Le-Gear and Shanna Davison discuss the court’s approach, and the implications for developers and practitioners
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FeatureEight AML questions the SRA may ask
Richard Simms from AMLCC sets out the eight questions you should ask to establish if your firm is anti-money-laundering compliant before you get a visit from the Solicitors Regulation Authority
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Feature7 key considerations when advising on climate risk in property transactions
Warren Gordon outlines how the Law Society’s checklist for property practitioners can raise awareness of any relevant climate risks to clients
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FeatureRenters’ rights – 10 things you need to know
The Renters’ Rights Bill will result in some wide-ranging changes to the residential renting regime in England and Wales. David Smith answers some frequently asked questions about what practitioners can expect
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FeatureProtecting premises from terrorist attacks
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 had royal assent in April 2025. Warren Gordon, Rosalind Morgan and Lukas Rootman look at how it will affect those responsible for relevant premises and events
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NewsStay informed and ahead at the Law Society conveyancing convention
Joanne Parsons outlines what will be covered at the upcoming online conveyancing convention on 17 June 2025, and what you can expect to learn
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FeatureAI and the drive to digitise
In light of the government’s plans to digitise the conveyancing process, Mark Hailwood of Law Society partner Dye & Durham, outlines how artificial intelligence can assist in speeding up delays
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VideosMember Talks: practical advice series
Hear up-to-date and practical guidance on key topics and new regulations in property law.
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FeatureCompulsory purchase powers – key changes
Shruti Trivedi outlines the proposed changes to the rules around compulsory purchase
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FeatureUsing AI in client due diligence
How artificial intelligence can assist property practitioners in vetting clients