Category: Regulation

Britain’s housing crisis is not simply the result of rising immigration, but of deep-rooted systemic issues, outdated planning laws, lack of urban development vision, and political hesitation to challenge local opposition. The UK’s planning framework is no longer equipped to meet the demands of a modern, growing population. Efforts to revive the high street through…

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is under legal scrutiny over its decision to allocate more than £745 million in loans to a single developer, Renaker Group, through its Housing Investment Loans Fund (HILF). The fund, established to support housing development in the region, has been a key driver behind several high-profile luxury residential projects…

The advent of UK ‘megafunds’ has generated renewed optimism around the potential of real asset investment to drive long-term economic growth and sustainability. These substantial capital pools offer unprecedented opportunities to finance transformative infrastructure, property developments, and other critical real assets at scale. However, industry leaders emphasize that unlocking this potential requires more than just…

The UK’s artificial intelligence regulatory landscape is currently defined by intense parliamentary debate, emerging ethical concerns, and government initiatives aimed at fostering AI infrastructure growth. Central to this dynamic is the Data (Use and Access) Bill, which is stuck in the “ping pong” stage between the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The…

The UK government has unveiled a significant plan to cut red tape and accelerate housing development, particularly by smaller builders, in an effort to ease the country’s deepening housing crisis. Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner highlighted the importance of supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which once accounted for 40% of new…

The BC Real Estate Association (BCREA) is urging the provincial government to revise its Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act to better balance housing affordability with the economic needs of tourism, the film industry, and healthcare sectors. While the legislation aims to increase long-term rental availability by restricting short-term rentals like Airbnb, it has had unintended negative…

A growing trend in British Columbia’s real estate market is reshaping how large development projects are financed. Real estate development trusts (REDTs) are enabling smaller investors to participate directly in funding major urban towers and mixed-use projects traditionally the domain of institutional investors. This emerging investment vehicle offers attractive returns but also introduces distinct risks…

After a prolonged five-year probe, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has dropped criminal charges against Jay Kanth Chaudhary, a British Columbia mortgage broker accused of orchestrating a sprawling $500 million mortgage fraud scheme. The decision, attributed to an unspecified “technicality,” leaves many questions unanswered about regulatory oversight and enforcement gaps in B.C.’s real estate sector….

British nationals seeking to purchase property in Spain could soon face a staggering financial obstacle, as the Spanish government considers new legislation that would impose a 100% tax on non-EU property buyers. The move, if passed, would effectively double the cost of buying a home in Spain for UK citizens and other non-European Union residents….

In April 2025, HM Treasury (HMT) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched a significant consultation aimed at reforming the UK’s regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs). This initiative marks the UK’s strategic divergence from the EU’s AIFMD II, with a focus on reducing regulatory burdens, supporting growth, and maintaining core protections for…