Senior Partner, Andrea Zavos will speak at the Trusts and Estates Litigation Forum on a panel exploring the evolving challenges facing trustees during periods of uncertainty. The session will highlight key emerging risks – including criminal investigations, privacy issues, governance failures and recent contentious decisions in Guernsey and Liechtenstein. She will be joined by Basil Zirinis, Johannes Gasser and Simon Davies.

In Planning in London, Construction Partner, Sarah Rock explores how ongoing reforms to the Building Safety Regulator aim to resolve the severe delays and rising costs caused by the Gateway 2 approval process – delays that have left many high‑rise projects stalled across the country. While the safety rationale behind the Gateways remains essential, Sarah highlights that only clearer guidance, improved communication, and a more efficient review process will unlock progress and support much‑needed housing delivery.

In her guest blog for Remember A Charity, Private Wealth Partner Clare Stirzaker reflects on how philanthropy is becoming an increasingly thoughtful part of wealth planning. She shows how advisers now help clients frame their values and long‑term intentions, moving beyond a purely technical approach. Clare also emphasises that impactful giving relies on coordinated thinking across the advisory landscape, where legal, financial and investment professionals work together to support clients in shaping purposeful, well‑rounded legacy plans.

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will take effect on 1 May 2026, introducing new requirements for landlords in England. One major change is the obligation to give tenants specific written information about their tenancy. With final regulations due in March 2026, the Government’s draft guidance offers an early look at what landlords will need to prepare for. Senior Associate, Kate Symons summarises what must be provided to existing tenants and new tenancies from May 2026.