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Mind the energy gap: Commercial landlords face a closing window on EPC compliance

Upcoming changes to commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements mean landlords face tightening rules on energy efficiency, with the Government expected to confirm the next phase of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) by the end of 2025.

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What companies need to know about the management of dormant companies by Companies House

The scrutiny of dormant companies has increased due to a shift in policy as part of a broader regulatory effort to ensure that businesses remain compliant with corporate laws, while also addressing concerns related to the misuse of dormant entities. As a result, businesses with dormant status need to be aware of the rules, how […]

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Important changes to company accounts filing requirements

Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, significant changes to the way companies file their annual accounts will come into effect starting 1 April 2027.

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Confirmation codes become mandatory in Companies House filings from mid-November 2025

From 15 November 2025, Companies House will require a confirmation code for all filings to enhance security and prevent fraud. Learn what this change means for your business and how RIAA Barker Gillette can help you stay compliant.

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Acas early conciliation period extended to 12 Weeks from 1 December 2025

From 1 December 2025, the period allowed for Acas Early Conciliation will be extended from six weeks to twelve weeks.

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Employment Rights Bill: Lords amendments send legislation back to Commons for further debate

The Employment Rights Bill, a flagship piece of legislation aimed at overhauling UK employment law, continues its journey through Parliament as the House of Lords insisted on several key amendments in its latest debate on the bill, which occurred on the 28th of October 2025.

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Workplace investigations

ACAS has issued guidance outlining “the essential decisions and actions that employers must and should make” when deciding to conduct an investigation in the workplace and providing information for anyone who has been appointed to conduct disciplinary or grievance investigations to ensure they conduct a thorough and fair process.

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Fulfilling your lease formalities

Make sure that all the necessary lease formalities are completed!

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Squatters: What to do when they return

Landlords have been plagued...

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Commercial leases: What to do when a tenant breaches

There can be a number of different options available to a landlord whose tenant is in breach of the lease during the term. There are also some steps, which prudent landlords can take to protect their position (excluding for non-payment of rent) (commercial real estate).

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What happens when you only receive part of an enforcement debt?

Circumstances can arise where you have a judgment debt and have instructed enforcement officers to seek to pursue the sums due, but in some instances, the debt is only partially recovered.

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Consumer protection

Assured shorthold tenants can now bring civil proceedings to unwind their tenancies, get a full refund, discounted rent and claim damages.

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