We have seen far-reaching change on the global political stage over the last few months. Since the publication of our last Global Real Estate Horizon Scanner, we have seen the election and inauguration of President Trump, the...more
In this article we take a look at the hotels sector on both sides of the Atlantic, at a time when both the U.S. and the UK are seeing enormous political change. Will these political changes bring good news for the industry?...more
What is the latest position on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)? How will different EU member states implement the new regime? How is the UK grappling with the need to improve energy performance across the...more
Now that we are entering Q4 of 2023 we reflect on the common REF trends we are seeing in the UK, Europe and the US. We consider what common trends the rest of 2023 may bring....more
The transitional period for the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 will end on 31 January. This is in eleven days’ time. Read on to find out what this means in practice for overseas entities dealing with...more
The Economic Crime Act, which received Royal Assent on 15 March 2022, will require overseas entities that are owners or leaseholders of land in the UK to register at Companies House and provide information about their...more
Views are being sought by the UK government on proposals by the Law Commission to extend the collective right to buy (“collective enfranchisement”) and manage mixed use blocks. Key changes include extending enfranchisement...more
The National Security and Investment (NSI) regime has gone fully live in the UK this week. Get up to speed on how it will impact your acquisitions and investments. Deals in a broad range of sectors may face scrutiny and...more