Supreme Court clarifies developer and designer responsibilities under Building Safety Act
URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd [2025] UKSC 21 In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has provided vital clarification on the responsibilities of developers and construction professionals when it comes to building safety under the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). The background: safety obligations in a post-Grenfell world Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, […]
Understanding the new Renter’s Rights Bill: Key changes explained
The Renters’ Rights Bill 2024 is set to bring sweeping reforms to the private rental sector in England and Wales. One of the most significant changes is the proposed abolition of Section 21 notices, often referred to as ‘no fault’ evictions. These currently allow landlords to regain possession of their property by giving tenants two […]
ESG and corporate governance: A legal duty and a business advantage
When I first joined Tees, I was pleased to learn what ESG meant, not just as a concept, but what it truly meant to embed environmental, social and governance values throughout our ecosystem. Fast forward to today, I am proud to be a part of a firm that has been shortlisted as “Responsible Employer of […]
Tees launches new agricultural scholarship with Anglia Ruskin University
Tees, a leading law firm with over a century of experience supporting agricultural and landed estate clients, is proud to announce the launch of the Tees Agricultural Award in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) Writtle. This exciting new initiative aims to provide financial support to promising agriculture students across the East of England. Recognising […]
National Security and Investment: What is the NSI Act?
The National Security and Investment Act 2021 (‘NSI Act’) introduced a regulatory framework that allows the UK Government to scrutinise and approve certain acquisitions in 17 sensitive areas of the economy that could pose a risk to the UK’s national security. These areas include, but are not limited to, advanced robotics, defence, energy, advanced materials, […]
Missed and untreated fracture claims: What you need to know
Fractures and broken bones are among the most common injuries, with the average person expected to experience two in their lifetime. They typically occur in the collarbone, wrist, ankle, arm, or hip. When diagnosed and treated promptly, most fractures heal well—often within three months, even in more complex cases. However, delays in diagnosis or improper […]
Economic review April 2025
Key takeaways The UK economy grew 0.5% in February, driven by strong service and manufacturing sectors despite looming headwinds Inflation dipped to 2.6% in March, but April’s household bill hikes are expected to reverse the trend The labour market weakened as vacancies fell, though wage growth remained robust amid cost pressures and job cuts  UK […]
Hip and knee replacement surgery and medical negligence: What you need to know
Hip and knee replacements are among the most common surgical procedures in the UK. While they are generally successful in improving mobility and reducing pain, complications can occur— particularly in cases where the standard of care falls short and there is medical negligence. In this guide, we explain what joint replacement surgery involves, potential risks, […]
