Understanding who is responsible for maintaining public rights of way can be confusing, particularly for those new to land management. These responsibilities are shared between local authorities and landowners and are rooted in centuries of legislation. The origins of...
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2025, introduced in March, proposes significant changes aimed at accelerating infrastructure delivery across England and Wales. While the reforms promise to streamline complex planning systems, they also present new challenges for...
Are you a residential property owner? If so, it’s essential to understand the major changes being proposed to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). These changes are expected to roll out between 2026 and 2030. The...
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is set to change significantly from 1 April 2025, bringing higher tax costs for many residential property transactions. If you’re planning to buy or sell property, it’s essential to understand how these changes could affect you. From April...
If you’re a landowner, you may have heard the term hope value when discussing compulsory purchase. But what does it mean, and why does it matter? In simple terms, hope value refers to the potential future worth of land if it were to be developed. When land is...
