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Published on: 25 September 2025

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  • Transferring property
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  • Property taxes
  • Property in Scotland
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Key developments and horizon scanning

BPF flags commercial risks from proposed ban on upward-only rent reviews

Ion Fletcher, policy director at the British Property Federation, has raised alarms about the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill’s move to outlaw upward-only rent reviews in commercial leases. Although he recognises the Bill’s wider goal of handing powers to regional authorities and improving local development outcomes, he cautions that inserting this prohibition at short notice—without consultation—could dent investor confidence. See: LNB News 23/09/2025 34. Source: BPF - BPF Spotlight Series: English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.

Government unveils 'Pride in Place' programme to bolster communities

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has introduced the 'Pride in Place' programme, aiming to equip communities with new tools to reinvigorate high streets, reclaim derelict spaces and revive local pride. As part of the government’s Plan for Change, it is set to assist over 330 communities across England, Scotland and Wales, and proposes a community right to buy local assets...

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