From the "long, hard road between Capitalism and Capitalism" to a chance encounter with Harold Wilson in a shaft of sunlight, Dave Pogson reflects on a lifetime of political inheritance. Explore a humorous and poignant journey through a family’s socialist lineage and the enduring struggle of voting for the first time in 1970.

Historic rights like rentcharges and tithes may seem like remnants of the past, but they can still complicate modern land sales and developments. From draconian remedies under s121 of the Law of Property Act 1925 to recent 2024 reforms, understanding these legal interests is essential for landowners, developers, and surveyors to ensure a smooth completion.

Recent warnings from the Building Safety Regulator and RICS have put transfer slabs under the spotlight. While no failures have been recorded, concerns regarding "punching shear" and a lack of consistent design methodology mean building owners and surveyors must act to identify and assess these structural elements.