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27 January 2026 | Time to read: 7 mins
Ban of Upward-Only Rent Reviews in England & Wales: What It Means for Commercial Leases
By Tamzin Munro
A proposed ban on upward‑only rent reviews could reshape commercial leasing in England and Wales. Here’s what it means for landlords, tenants and wider market.
16 December 2025 | Time to read: 4 mins
Retrofitting Scotland’s Commercial Buildings: Navigating Energy Efficiency
Retrofitting Scotland’s older commercial buildings: challenges, legal considerations, and funding options for a sustainable future.
24 September 2025 | Time to read: 6 mins
The Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill: What does this mean for housebuilders?
By Jenna Wayth
Find out about the Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill, which proposes a new tax on the construction or conversion of residential property developments.
15 July 2025 | Time to read: 5 mins
Key points of consideration for charities acquiring property
Key points of consideration for charities acquiring property.
03 June 2025 | Time to read: 4 mins
Community Asset Transfer Case Study: WHALE The Arts Agency
We acted for WHALE, The Arts Agency in respect of the Community Asset Transfer of the land on which their arts centre is located - read the full case study.
12 March 2025 | Time to read: 2 mins
Gillespie Macandrew appoints new real estate specialist to its partnership
Gillespie Macandrew announces details of Heather Pearson's appointment.
05 December 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins
Owners Beware: Changes to Empty Property Relief for Non-domestic Properties in Edinburgh
By Beth Hancock
With changes being made to the Empty Property Relief in Edinburgh, we highlight impact this will have on those who own empty non-domestic properties.
12 October 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins
Gillespie Macandrew announces series of key hires
Gillespie Macandrew has bolstered its market-leading teams with a series of recent hires.
07 April 2022 | Time to read: 4 mins
The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 – Register of Overseas Entities
On 15 March 2022, the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (the Act) received Royal Assent.
25 January 2022 | Time to read: 1 min
09 February 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins
Gillespie Macandrew advises on landmark Waitrose deal
By Kenny Irons
We recently advised on the purchase of two Waitrose stores in Glasgow for £23.2m.
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