Housebuilders Call For Urgent Planning Reform
The National Audit Office has released a report stating that the government’s planning system is under performing and cannot demonstrate that it is meeting housing demand effectively. Several housebuilders have added their voices to the criticism, saying that the planning process needs to be reformed and become much quicker to use. They want the government […]
HS2: Valuations And Compensations Going Off The Rails?
HS2 Ltd has come under stinging criticism for undervaluing property scheduled for demolition as well as delaying compensation payments. As the project gets underway, these issues underline the uncertainties and financial risks that lie ahead in its path. It sustains the misery for affected residents and sends a clear signal to potential homebuyers looking in […]
National Paralegal Day Is launched
The National Association of Licensed Paralegals has announced the first National Paralegal Day. The Association wants to recognise the vital work that paralegals carry out and the contribution they make to the legal system. There are an estimated 100,000 paralegals in the UK and it is currently the fastest growing legal sector. Paralegals work not […]
SDLT Filing Period Piles Pressure On Conveyancers
In just over two weeks time, conveyancers will have just half the amount of time that they currently have to file a Stamp Duty Land Tax Return and pay the tax. From 1st March, the period allowed in England and Northern Ireland will be reduced from 30 days to 14 days. Failure to meet the […]