
Subject access requests – how quickly should I reply?
The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has amended its guidance on the time limit for responding to a subject access request (SAR).

The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has amended its guidance on the time limit for responding to a subject access request (SAR).

We report on government proposals to reduce ill health-related job loss.

Ian Machray explores whether an employee’s secret recording of a meeting is likely to amount to misconduct.


The Real Estate team looks at the rights which can benefit and burden property and explains why more than a superficial examination is required to uncover their true extent.

Vicky McDonald, Associate in our real estate team, brings your attention to sensible improvements to Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) that are set to come into effect shortly, that will provide some help to developers in addressing the homes shortage.

Michael Higgin highlights a recent Stamp Duty Land Tax case, where the taxpayer avoided the 3% additional dwelling SDLT surcharge.

Dean Bickford, a partner in our Real Estate team, looks at the importance of pre-acquisition surveys and what you should be aware of.

When taking on a commercial lease, many factors come into play – here are the main issues that tenants need to think about before going ahead.

Does the UK’s departure from the EU frustrate a commercial lease?

We highlight the key points of a recent report regarding non-disclosure agreements.