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A commercial lease is a legally binding agreement that grants a tenant the right to occupy and use a property for a set term, typically ranging from five to 15 years or more.  In exchange, the tenant agrees to pay rent and comply with the lease terms.  The lease provides security for both parties, ensuring the tenant has a stable location for their business, while the landlord receives guaranteed income.

The draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill signals a major shift away from residential leasehold, with proposals to cap ground rents, ban most new leasehold flats and promote commonhold as the future model of ownership.

From medical records to everyday messages, discover the types of evidence that can strengthen your case.

The latest Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) was published in October 2025. It applies to charities which prepare their accounts on an accruals basis for accounting periods starting on or after 1 January 2026. 

For most charities with a public-facing dimension, the arrival of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, widely known as Martyn’s Law, marks a significant legal shift. Introduced in response to the UK’s experience of terrorist attacks on public venues, including the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, the Act is named in memory of Martyn Hett and aims to close a long-standing gap in UK law.