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Rachel Whittaker

Rachel Whittaker is a commercial real estate lawyer with deep experience on a wide range of commercial real estate matters, including acting for institutional landlords on major lettings, joint ventures, high-value investment acquisitions and disposals, large-scale developments and complex pre-lets, investment and development financings, and property and asset management arrangements. She also has experience in the real estate finance, hotel, health care, and residential sectors.

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On 10 July, the UK Government introduced the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, which unexpectedly includes a ban on upwards-only rent review clauses in new commercial leases in England and Wales. This GT Alert examines the Bill’s main points, its potential effects on landlords and investors, and what to expect as the legislation moves forward.…

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On 3 April, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 received Royal Assent. The Act, also known as “Martyn’s Law” in tribute to Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, is intended to improve protective security and organisational preparedness for terrorist attacks at public venues across the UK.
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On 12 September, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill 2024 was introduced in Parliament. The Bill, also known as ‘Martyn’s Law’ in tribute of Martyn…

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British universities facing financial challenges and shifting enrollment patterns are considering restructuring plans in light of potential insolvencies.

Revered for their academic excellence and preeminent…

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