Evaluating exit opportunities for Housing Associations in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Our pensions law team explore recent improvements to the LGPS funding level and share guidance for Housing Associations considering exiting the scheme.
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The Government has revamped the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to pave the way for the delivery of 1.5m new homes over the next five years.
Client responsibilities under the Building Regulations Dutyholder Regime — one year on
As a ‘Client’, you must make suitable arrangements for planning, managing and monitoring your project to ensure compliance with the Building Regulations.
Court of Appeal provides procedural guidance on combined possession proceedings involving anti-social behaviour
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Housing Associations — 5 key concerns with proposed changes to governance and funding arrangements
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The role of assessors appointed under the Equality Act 2010 has recently been explored by the High Court in Laidley v Metropolitan Housing Trust Limited.
Supreme Court judgment may open the door to successful liability claims against public bodies
In Tindall v Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police [2024] UKSC 33, the Supreme Court's revised the long-standing legal principle around public body liability.
Local authorities call for reform of Right to Buy scheme
Our housing and communities law team explore the future of the Right to Buy scheme following calls for reform.
Housing leaders discuss progress and challenges for the sector at Brabners’ Just Housing Conference
Following our Just Housing Conference 2024, Rupert Gill explores how the housing sector is addressing key challenges in its communities and remaining a ‘force for good’.