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Articles

A victory for substance 'over form

The decision in Bank of Cyprus broadens the principles which determine whether equitable subrogation is the appropriate remedy for unjust enrichment, writes Rupert Cohen

The solution to the 'housing crisis?

Julian Boswall and Alex Minhinick discuss the key provisions of the Housing and Planning Bill and a number of decisions that have provided clarity on planning matters

No fool's gold in Manchester

Mary Nowell shares her thoughts on the North West legal marketplace where business is booming for property lawyers

Change in the 'private rented sector

New legislation is a welcome attempt to deal with problems that have been affecting the private rented sector for years, but does it go far enough, asks Tessa Shepperson

To frack or not to frack?

As public awareness of fracking is rising, James Noble offers guidance to practitioners on identifying and advising on the potential risks for property owners

The highs and lows of shared ownership

Schemes that reduce the initial costs of buying a home are becoming increasingly popular, but there are some hidden complexities, explains Roberta Organ

The benefits of hindsight

In light of Canada Square Operations Ltd, claimant solicitors must pay attention to the details in negligence claims, or risk missing limitation deadlines, advises Eleanor Kilner

Trusts of property and the court's powers to intervene

Alexander Campbell discusses Bagum v Hafiz and Hai, in which unanimous consent between trustees broke down