Thrings

Could a less-rigid approach to premises licencing policy for the hospitality sector mean we could soon see increases in licensed premises in the already busy areas of our towns and cities? With local authorities keen to encourage the recovery of popular social areas post-Covid, a growing trend has emerged on reviewing restrictions around cumulative impact areas. Rebecca Stanton, Associate in the Thrings Planning and Environment team, takes a look at whether we could see more of it. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q03bPcn60

Three years on from the Building Safety Act receiving Royal Assent, the built environment industry is still contending with the changes. With a response due from the government this month to the recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry 2 report, Thrings’ Head of Construction Natalia Sokolov takes a look at what is on the horizon. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q03bypdg0

Reforms to planning committees, regional development and nature restoration are among the key changes being put forward by the government in proposed new legislation. Thrings Planning Partner Fred Quartermain takes a look at the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which features a raft of measures that the government claims will speed up planning decisions to boost housebuilding and remove challenges to the delivery of vital infrastructure. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q03bnJ3g0

The fallout over a moth infestation in a multimillion-pound home in London has demonstrated the importance of being honest and accurate when selling property. Thrings’ residential property expert Estelle Baldry takes a look at the High Court case surrounding the sale of Horbury Villa in Notting Hill and how a lack of disclosing issues to the buyer upended the sale. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q03bnJ1_0

The Employment Rights Bill, one of the government’s flagship pieces of new legislation has taken another step forward towards becoming law with the publishing of its proposed amends. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q039ZDVh0

A legal fight between two siblings over the validity of their dying mother’s Will has demonstrated the risks of leaving the preparation of a Will too late. Georgia Wookey, Senior Associate in Thrings’ Private Wealth Dispute team takes a look at the case, which saw a dying mother being forcibly assisted to sign a Will, and the dangers faced by those with questionable mental capacity. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q039ZdDb0

Long-awaited detail on the government’s planned changes to inheritance tax for farms have been unveiled as part of a new consultation. Thrings’ Private Client Partner Ben Coulson TEP takes a look at the detail. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q039vSNR0

Our Trainee Recruitment opportunity is currently open for applications to join our award-winning firm. Applications close on the 30 March. To apply for the role, follow this link. https://hubs.li/Q039pnQC0

For many, owning a second home is a dream—whether it’s a countryside retreat, a coastal escape, or an investment property. However, with increasing pressure from local councils, second-home ownership is becoming more challenging. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q038L6n60

Thrings has continued to boost the strength of its industry-leading agriculture team with the appointment of a talented new Senior Associate in its Romsey office. A specialist in agricultural property with a background in private wealth matters, Claire Davies TEP brings almost two decades of legal experience to the team, acting for Thrings’ many landowner, farmer, equestrian and commercial clients in the Hampshire region and beyond. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q038L9zg0