Articles
Lifecycle of a lease
21 Sept 2026Charity property plays a vital role in supporting charitable organisations, providing much-needed income streams while engaging with local communities. However, managing charity property can be complex, particularly when it comes to negotiating lease terms, managing properties during the lease term, and addressing issues at the end of the lease.
This article covers some of the key milestones during the lifecycle of a Lease
First Rent Determination Under the Renters' Rights Act: What Pukahf v Ndifor tells us?
15 Sept 2026The Renters' Rights Act 2025 came into force on 1 May 2026, bringing the most significant changes to residential tenancies in nearly 40 years. Among them is a reformed process for challenging rent increases at the First-tier Tribunal. In Pukahf Co-Invest 1A LTD and Pukahf Co-Invest 1B LTD v Bill Selambi Ndifor (MAN/00BR/MRA/2026/0009), decided on 10 July 2026, we have one of the very first tribunal decisions applying these new rules in practice.
Business tenancy renewal rights: What the Law Commission's latest proposals mean for you
24 Jun 2026The rules governing business lease renewals could be about to change. Here is what landlords, tenants and developers need to know.
MEES Update: EPC B for larger commercial buildings moves back to 2031
23 Jun 2026A more targeted route to greener leased buildings is emerging, but the direction of travel remains clear.
What the Charities Act 2011 means for your property decisions
19 Jun 2026Taking on or letting out property as a charity comes with specific legal duties. Here's what trustees need to know before signing anything.
From heads of terms to handback: A guide to managing your charity's lease
19 Jun 2026Whether you're taking on a new property or approaching the end of a lease, here's what to keep in mind at every stage of the journey.
