Government responds to the public consultation on the European Electronic Communications Code
In 2019, the government consulted on its proposed approach to implementation of the European Electronic Communications Code Directive.The government has now published its reponse to the consultation
UK Finance to move the Mortgage Lenders' Handbook to a new webpage
UK Finance will be moving the Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook to a new webpage on 29 July 2020
Give feedback on Land Registry’s e-signature draft guidance by 18 July
Documents signed electronically have legal force, the Law Commission has said in an attempt to clear up lingering doubts.
Law Society publishes new practice notes for property
In July and June 2020, the Law Society published new practice notes on joint ownership, Land Registry early completion, fraud, and conveyancing regulations.
Complaint factsheets for home builders
The Consumer Code for Home Builders has put together a series of factsheets for developers to help improve customer service and encourage best practice.
Temporary SDLT holiday for residential buyers until March 2021
On 8 July 2020, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced temporary increases to the stamp duty land tax nil rate bands for residential property.
Recent FAQs
The Law Society's Library and Practice Advice Service offer support and advice on legal practice and procedure, including through compiling FAQs
Library FAQ: Where can I find precedents for break clauses for leases?
Library FAQ: Where do I find precedents for overage payments?
Library FAQ: Flying freeholds – sources of precedents
Library FAQ: Deeds and agreements of surrender of a commercial lease – sources of precedents
Library FAQ: Options to buy or purchase property (commercial and residential): sources of precedents
