Corporate, Company and Commercial
The importance of succession planning for your business
When you’re running your own business, it’s easy to focus all your energy on the here and now. But what will happen when it’s time for you to step back? That’s where succession planning comes in. What is succession planning? Succession planning is the practice of identifying who w....
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Exploring your business exit options
As a business owner, deciding how and when to exit your business is one of the most significant decisions you will face. Whether you’re considering retirement, moving on to new ventures, or simply looking to realise the value of your business, understanding your exit options is crucial. Se....
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Are more tax rises on the way? Time to review your plans
Individuals and businesses may still be adapting to the legislative changes implemented by the Labour government, but the Autumn Budget 2025 is on the horizon. With the UK economy shrinking, many are concerned about potential tax rises as Chancellor Rachel Reeves needs to find over £40bn if she is....
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What you need to know about Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR)
If you’re thinking about selling your business, don’t delay. Upcoming changes to Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) could mean you’re liable to pay thousands more in tax if you don’t act swiftly. We understand that the rules surrounding BADR can seem complicated, but we are here to help.....
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How Terms of Business can help avoid contract disputes – a case study
Commercial contract disputes can be difficult for all involved. As well as potentially leading to financial loss, they often cause delays, reputational damage and stress, particularly where relationships have broken down. When agreements are informal or unclear, disputes can become even more comple....
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Further changes to Business Asset Disposal Relief
In April 2025, the tax rate on Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) increased from 10% to 14%. Further rises are coming in 2026, so if you’re thinking about selling your business, it’s time to act swiftly or you may be liable to pay thousands more in tax. Here’s what you need to know. ....
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The Commercial Property team – how can they help you?
Our Commercial Property team is here to help individuals and businesses achieve their commercial property goals. Whether you are a commercial landlord, tenant, developer, surveyor or agent, Attwaters Jameson Hill’s lawyers can support, advise and work with you to service your commercial property ....
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Changes coming to Business Asset Disposal Relief
What is Business Asset Disposal Relief? Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) allows some taxpayers to pay less Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the sale of certain business assets. With BADR, taxpayers selling all or part of their business currently pay tax at 10% on all gains on qualifyin....
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Are you a commercial landlord with a vacant property?
If you walk down your local high street, you might notice an increasing number of empty shops. In fact, over 9% of the UK’s high street units have been vacant for more than a year, partly due to rising rents and the shift towards online shopping. To combat this, the government introduced legislat....
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How to stop the clock on village or town green status
Under longstanding legislation, local residents can claim usage rights over open spaces they use for recreational purposes. This rule, known as village or town green status, can seriously hinder plans for future development of land over which such usage rights are being claimed. However, the pen....
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Landowners beware of land thieves (otherwise known as squatters, trespassers and land grabbers).
It is extremely important that landowners understand in what circumstances unscrupulous people can steal control and ownership of their land, and/or gain legal rights over it, without having paid for that ownership or those rights. Tina Dobbs, Senior Associate, in our Commercial Property Department....
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Landlord/tenant law in practice: how courts interpret the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (LTA 1954) provides business tenants in England and Wales with what is called ‘Security of Tenure’. Unless the parties to a tenancy/lease contract out of these ‘Security of Tenure’ provisions, tenants have the right to renew their lease on substantially the ....
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Securing your business legacy: The role of Wills, LPAs, and trusts in passing on a business
As a business owner, planning for the future extends beyond your retirement or exit strategy. Ensuring that your business is passed on smoothly and efficiently in the event of your death or incapacity is crucial to maintaining its value and continuity. This requires careful consideration of your Wi....
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Preparing your business for sale: a comprehensive guide
Selling a business is a significant milestone that requires careful planning and strategic preparation. Whether you’re a sole trader or the owner of a larger company, preparing your business for sale is crucial to maximising its value and attracting the right buyer. In this article, our Corporate....
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Exploring exit options: Finding the right path for your business
As a business owner, deciding how and when to exit your business is one of the most significant decisions you will face. Whether you're considering retirement, moving on to new ventures, or simply looking to realise the value of your efforts, understanding your exit options is crucial. The best app....
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The Building Safety Act and the remediation of historic defects
The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022, hereafter referred to as ‘the Act’) was designed to address safety issues affecting existing buildings. The Act was specifically formulated to reallocate the financial responsibility for rectifying these issues from the buildings’ tenants to either the ....
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The Building Safety Act – fire safety responsibilities for landlords
The Grenfell Tower fire, a tragic incident during which over 70 people lost their lives when a fire blazed out of control due to the building’s highly flammable cladding, led to the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022. The Act legislated amendments to a raft of other laws and regulations....
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The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill 2023 – what’s in it for freeholders?
If you are the owner of a leasehold property, you may be following the progress of the much-awaited Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill 2023. The proposed legislation, which is making its way through Parliament and is expected to receive Royal Assent this year, has been touted as “part of the most....
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Are commercial tenants responsible for replacing crumbly concrete?
In recent weeks, news has broken that hundreds of schools and other public buildings across the UK, which were built using reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), are now unsafe. As this lightweight, ‘bubbly’ concrete (most widely used during a 40-year period between 1950 and 1990) has r....
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Preparing your commercial property for new energy efficiency laws
Upcoming changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) mean that the owners of commercial buildings must be prepared or face harsh penalties. Currently it is a requirement to let any commercial property that they have an EPC rating of D as a minimum – but by 2030, the minimum ratin....
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