The government has published further details of its plans to reform the leasehold system in England and Wales.

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Solicitor Nick Corderoy discusses the growing pressures on the UK Employment Tribunal system and what they mean in practice.

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Managing Partner Phil Hails-Smith gives his predictions on the food and drink sector for 2026

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Parliament has now passed the Employment Rights Bill, which has now become the ‘Employment Rights Act 2025’. The Act represents the biggest change to employment laws that this country has seen in a generation.

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The UK Home Office has announced a series of significant immigration rule changes that will affect employers, workers, students, and international applicants over the next two years.

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UKVI has begun the next phase of its transition to a fully digital immigration system, replacing physical documents with eVisas for millions of applicants.

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The Government has released a phased roadmap for implementing the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, outlining key deadlines and major changes that landlords must prepare for.

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The ECGT on empowering consumers for the green transition introduces strict new obligations for companies that market themselves as environmentally friendly or socially responsible. These rules have significant consequences for Certified B Corporations that use the B Corp logo on packaging or products sold in Europe.

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The Renter's Rights Act marks one of the biggest overhauls of the private rental sector in decades. But what does it mean for landlords?

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Property owners who discover squatters can recover possession through either a fast but costly Interim Possession Order (IPO) or a slower, cheaper Standard Possession claim, with the choice depending on urgency, cost, and circumstances.

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When it comes to property transactions, a site visit can reveal critical details that make all the difference and at Joelson, we believe in being there every step of the way.

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First-time buyers set to benefit from faster, cheaper, and more transparent property transactions under new Government plans.

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The Ministry of Defence’s rare use of a super-injunction following a sensitive data breach highlights ongoing tensions between confidentiality, transparency, and data protection obligations.

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From 18 November 2025, the UK companies registrar (Companies House) will require identity verification for individual directors and persons with significant control (PSC)

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Although it may seem alluring to use an AI model to draft legal documents, especially given their speed and ease of use, there are significant dangers to this approach of which any founder or business owner alike should be aware.

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Under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, currently before Parliament, upward-only rent review clauses will be banned in all new commercial leases and lease renewals.

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The High Court has ruled that landlords cannot recover insurance commissions from tenants unless expressly allowed in the lease, potentially exposing landlords to restitution claims over improper charges.

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From 22 July 2025, the UK will raise salary and skill thresholds for Skilled Worker visas, meaning many lower-skilled roles will no longer qualify for sponsorship prompting urgent action from employers with sponsorship licences.

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Choosing the right incentive model for your leadership team can drive performance, align interests, and unlock long-term value but not all equity plans are created equal.

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As environmental standards tighten, green leases are emerging as a key tool for improving building efficiency, but they must be drafted carefully to balance environmental goals with legal and financial fairness.

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