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Read our latest blogs, covering a range of hot topics and legal issues affecting you in your sectors.
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Holding charities and social businesses to account for their impact
Charities and social businesses exist to make a positive difference. Whether tackling inequality, supporting vulnerable people or...
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Whistleblowing: Big questions; Potentially bigger changes
The Government has launched the most comprehensive review [consultation] of the UK whistleblowing framework since the introduction of the...
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Who has the power? Participatory governance, charities and social businesses
Participatory governance has been discussed in international development for decades, challenging traditional models in which decisions...
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Autumn Budget 2026: Devolution, devolution
Wednesday 28 October 2026 marked the first Budget of the Burnham Government with John Healey as Chancellor. Amongst the range of...
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Renters’ Rights Act reforms – guidance ahead of the landlord registration rollout
Following on from my previous blog post regarding rollout of the new private rented sector (PRS) landlord registration service (which can...
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Biodiversity net gain: 3 key updates
We have been awash with planning updates as of late, from the revised NPPF and the National Scheme of Delegation to the latest...
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Pride in Place – who is “accountable”?
The Government's Pride in Place programme is designed to give local communities a stronger voice in shaping the future of their...
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Closing the Access Gap: Social Housing Bill and a procedure reminder when seeking forced entry terms in injunction claims
The ongoing challenge of obtaining access to residents' homes for essential safety inspections and remedial works remains a significant...
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Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024: Government confirms timetable for new service charge regime
The government has now taken the next step in implementing the service charge and administration charge reforms introduced by the...
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What the budget could mean for the social economy
The recent UK Budget contains a number of signals that will be welcomed by community organisations, co-operatives and social enterprises....
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Subscription Contract Rules: Where are we now?
Following our 19 August update on consumer subscription contracts, the draft Consumer Subscription Contracts Regulations 2026 (SCRs) and...
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Autumn Budget 2026: A reminder to review your estate and succession planning
Following the Autumn Budget, many people will be wondering whether the recent tax changes could affect them or their families. While the...
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