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The End of Leasehold Flats? A Breakdown of the Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Bill
Úna Campbell
1 April 2026
The End of Leasehold Flats? A Breakdown of the Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Bill
The Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill represents the government's most ambitious attempt to modernise property ownership in England and Wales. Building on recommendations from the Law Commission, the Bill seeks to make commonhold, a form of freehold ownership for flats, the default tenure for new developments whilst simultaneously reforming the leasehold system for existing properties.
26 November 2025
Student Accommodation: How the Renters’ Rights Act Impacts Student Lets
BACKGROUND
The far-reaching impact of the Renters’ Rights Act, which received royal assent on 27 October 2025, on England’s private rental market has already been widely discussed. Arguably, the most disruptive changes will be:
- The abolition of fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies;
- The banning of no-fault evictions; and
- The prohibition on requiring rent to be paid more than one month in advance.
12 November 2025
An overview of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
The Act received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 but is yet to be brought into force. In this article, we explore the changes being introduced so that both landlords and tenants can prepare for what lies ahead.
3 November 2025
Navigating the Renters’ Rights Act: What Landlords and Agents Need to Know
The Renters’ Rights Act represents the most significant overhaul of the private rental sector in decades. Introduced by the current Labour government, it seeks to “reset the balance” between landlords and tenants by strengthening protections, raising housing standards, and reshaping how possession and rent increases are managed.
20 October 2025
Director Liability under the Building Safety Act 2022 (UK)
The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) introduces significant responsibilities for those involved in the management of higher-risk buildings. Directors and other officers (e.g. managers, company secretaries) may face personal criminal liability if they fail to meet these obligations, particularly when signing safety-related documents such as Landlord’s Certificates or Building Assessment Certificates.