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The Environment Agency (EA) has far-reaching statutory powers to enter land and premises, inspect, take samples and obtain information. Those powers are significant, but they…

If you ever need to appeal a regulatory decision, it’s vital to recognise that whilst England and Wales share a similar framework, the approach and…

In February 2025, in response to industry feedback, the Environment Agency announced that the digital waste-tracking service would be operational from April 2026. It is…

As is often the case, the issues surrounding roller brake testing has raised its head at several recent public inquiries I’ve attended. (more…)

Landfill Tax takes a different form and approach depending on whether the relevant disposal took place in England or in Wales. Any appeal to a…

HMRC now has significant powers under Schedule 13 of the Finance Act 2020 to make directors, shadow directors and LLP members personally liable for certain…

Adverse possession and easements are distinct and separate doctrines in English Land Law, yet in practice, the two can often be confused. It is essential…

Defra and the Environment Agency have updated the GOV.UK guidance, “Packaging data: what to collect for extended producer responsibility (EPR)”, which sets out what UK…

The Environment Agency (EA) has recently updated its regulatory appeal process. The new approach introduces a two-stage system: (more…)

The Traffic Commissioner for the South Eastern and Metropolitan Traffic Area, Sarah Bell, revoked the operator’s licence held by SJ Europe Limited and disqualified its…

Sewer adoption disputes on commercial and industrial schemes often crystallise at the point where responsibility and long-term liability are expected to transfer to the sewerage…

The duty to consult imposed on public bodies in the UK is a cornerstone of administrative law, ensuring that decisions affecting individuals or groups are…