Month: January 2026

On 27th January 2026, the Government published the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill, setting out a wide-ranging package of proposals designed to overhaul the residential leasehold system in England and Wales. The reforms are intended to address long-standing concerns around fairness, affordability and transparency for flat owners and buyers, and mark one of the […]

Rowlinsons Solicitors is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted in five prestigious categories at the British Conveyancing Awards 2026. The nominations recognise both team and individual excellence across residential and commercial property. The firm’s shortlisted categories include Commercial Property Team of the Year, Conveyancing Firm of the Year North, Partner of the Year […]

Divorce law in England and Wales has historically been shaped by the idea that someone must be at fault for the breakdown of a marriage. For decades, separating couples were required to rely on grounds such as adultery or unreasonable behaviour in order to obtain a divorce, unless they had already lived apart for a […]