Share your views: Model lease for shared ownership
The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) is seeking feedback on its model lease for shared ownership.
Law Society recommendations for 2021 Budget
We’ve submitted a comprehensive package of recommendations to HM Treasury ahead of the 2021 Budget, such as addressing issues in the property market.
Surcharge for non-UK residents buying homes
From 1 April 2021, non-UK residents buying residential property in England and Northern Ireland will need to pay a 2% surcharge.
Law Society Connect: meet other members from small firms in property
Law Society Connect is a new digital community where members meet, find tips and advice, share information and connect with other small firm practitioners.
Government announces home-ownership reforms
On 7 January 2021, the Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick announced that millions of leaseholders will be given a new right to extend their lease by 990 years, as part of large-scale reforms to home ownership
Legal services in national lockdown – 2021
The UK government has published guidance on the new national lockdown announced on 4 January 2021.
Recent FAQs
The Law Society's Library and Practice Advice Service offer support and advice on legal practice and procedure, including through compiling FAQs
