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Featured news 14 Nov 2023 The Lessons in Legacy Podcast, Philanthropy Edition, In Conversation with Ben Morton Wright

In the third episode of ‘The Philanthropy Edition’ Alberto Lidji and Clare Stirzaker are joined by Ben Morton Wright, the founder, president and group CEO of Global Philanthropic. Together Alberto, Ben and Clare look at the importance of philanthropists considering the impact of their giving, the power of innovative thinking with charitable strategies and how we can encourage the giving dial to move.

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07 Jun 2023 A move towards leasehold reform?

In Estates Gazette, Partners Simon Kerrigan and Colin Young reflect on the publication of the Renters (Reform) Bill and indications that the long awaited plans for leasehold reform are now back on the government agenda.

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22 Feb 2023 Leasehold Reform: change is on the horizon in 2023

As the government prepares to untangle England’s ancient property laws, in PrimeResi, Simon Kerrigan explains the background to the “once-in-a-generation” reforms, and the potential implications for landlords.

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09 Feb 2023 Is change finally afoot for residential landlords in 2023?

In Estates Gazette, Partner, Simon Kerrigan considers the state of play when it comes to residential leasehold reform.

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28 Mar 2022 Leasehold: we have a problem

Chartered Legal Executive, James Gostling highlights the key considerations for those purchasing a leasehold property rather than freehold investment.

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08 Feb 2022 Common Conveyancing Complications (and how to solve them)

Chartered Legal Executive, James Gostling reflects on the complexities that can arise throughout the course of a property transaction and highlights how identifying hurdles as early as possible will minimise delays and ensure that solutions are found in the most timely and cost-effective manner.

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28 Jan 2022 Leasehold enfranchisement: a summary of the latest consultation

Real Estate Partner, Simon Kerrigan provides an overview of the latest Government consultation seeking views on the proposed changes to reform the leasehold and commonhold systems in England and Wales.

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28 Jan 2022 Leasehold reform: Raising the non-residential limit from 25% to 50% for collective enfranchisement claims

In part two, Real Estate Partner, Simon Kerrigan provides details on the Government proposal to raise the non-residential limit from 25% to 50% for collective enfranchisement claims.

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28 Jan 2022 Leasehold reform: Introducing a non-residential limit of 50% for individual freehold claims

In part three, Real Estate Partner, Simon Kerrigan provides details on the Government proposal to introduce a non-residential limit of 50% for individual freehold claims.

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28 Jan 2022 Leasehold reform: Introducing mandatory leasebacks in collective enfranchisement claims

In part four, Real Estate Partner, Simon Kerrigan reflects on the Government proposal to introduce mandatory leasebacks in collective enfranchisement claims.

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12 Mar 2021 Tenants and landlords in limbo

For some time, real estate practitioners have been aware of the Government’s plans to reform leasehold enfranchisement legislation.

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