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The main provisions of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 are almost upon us. They come into force on 1 May 2026 and as Harrison Engler states out they are the biggest changes to housing law in decades. Enforcement by local housing authorities is central to the new statutory scheme and will be one of the most significant developments over coming years. If a Renters’ Rights Act provision is capable of being breached, there will be a provision allowing for enforcement by local housing authorities.

Max Thorowgood discusses a familiar scenario: a long leaseholder takes possession of some loft space, a balcony or a roof terrace. It is outside their demise. But it is only accessible from their demised premises. It seems ‘obvious’ that in such a case, provided the lessee remains in possession for sufficient time to bar the landlord from taking proceedings to eject them, that the lessee should acquire title to the ‘adversely possessed’ land. Needless to say, the position is not that straightforward.

Pupil barrister Robert Sharp summarises a judgment for Family Law Week concerning a journalist's request for access to expert consultant clinical psychologist evidence in 4 private children law disputes.

Our pupil barrister Robert Sharp has written a summary for Open Justice Court of Protection Project on appeals in the Court of Protection.