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24 March
With the United Kingdom in lockdown, we currently find ourselves in an unprecedented example of social distancing in response to COVID-19. The developments have caused, and will continue to cause,... Read Morearticles
24 March
There is a time limit now of only 14 days from the "effective date" of a transaction (usually completion) within which to submit to HMRC a land transaction return and... Read Morearticles
24 March
At 10 am today, The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) Order 2020 (SI 2020 No.330) came into force. This introduces a permitted development right called 'Class... Read Morearticles
24 March
As everyone keeps saying, these are unprecedented times and it's fair to say that life has changed in unimaginable ways, and to an unimaginable extent, in these past 10 days.... Read Morearticles
24 March
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, many people are now working from home and so there is an increased need to sign documents electronically. The Law Society and the City of... Read Morearticles
20 March
On 19 March 2020 the UK Government published a summary impact assessment of the proposed emergency coronavirus legislation (available here). The purpose of the Bill is to ensure that public... Read Morearticles
18 March
Legal implications of Coronavirus for employers and HR Please note this guidance on Coronavirus for HR and employers was updated on 18 March 2020 before the Prime Minister's daily press... Read Morearticles
18 March
What happens if the fixed completion date cannot be met because of the current restrictions on movement due to COVID-19? A buyer of a home occupied by a seller or... Read Morearticles
18 March
In light of the current restrictions on movement due to COVID-19 can buyers still collect the keys to their new home and what are the risks? During these challenging times,... Read Morearticles
18 March
Pubs and restaurants will be allowed to operate as hot-food takeaways as planning measures are relaxed amid the coronavirus pandemic. To help control the spread of the coronavirus, Boris Johnson... Read Morearticles
COVID-19: How does the principle of force majeure under English law differ from other jurisdictions?
18 March
A guide for overseas businesses in determining whether COVID-19 triggers force majeure under their English law contracts. As expected we are seeing an increasing number of queries regarding the circumstances... Read More