The primary legislation governing fire safety for non-domestic premises, vacant buildings and the common parts of residential buildings is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (the RRO). The RRO extends not only to buildings but also to external and open areas such as; estate roads and paths, loading bays and car parks.

Climate change is reshaping the property market. Increasingly frequent flooding, storms, heatwaves, and coastal erosion are already affecting properties across the UK. The Environment Agency estimates that one in four properties in England could face flood risk by 2050.

These risks go beyond environmental concerns: they create significant legal, financial, and operational challenges for investors, developers, and occupiers. The Law Society now advises solicitors to treat climate risk as a core element of due diligence in property transactions.

Difficulties continue to mount at Jhoots Pharmacy.  We discuss the impact and some things that medical practices and other landlords should think about.

In these articles, we will explain the basic concept of overage and the specific events commonly used as trigger points which cause an overage liability to be payable.

In October, the VWV Healthcare team was thrilled to invite delegates from large primary care providers and advisors to the sector to the Coppa Club in Streatly to discuss key issues facing organisations in the sector. 

Commercial participator arrangements offer powerful fundraising opportunities to charities, but also expose charities to significant risks if not properly managed. This article explores what commercial participation arrangements are, and how to ensure compliance.