Are electronic signatures legally binding?
In light of the recent Law Commission paper regarding ‘Electronic Signatures’, Robert Orkney, trainee solicitor, with Harrison Drury, considers what this may potentially mean for electronic execution and validation of…
New hairdressing salon makes the cut in Clitheroe
A Clitheroe hairdresser has realised a life long dream of owning her own salon after buying a property in the town. The salon recently opened following renovations and a re-brand.…
Getting your commercial properties ready for new EPC Regulations
With new Energy Performance Certificate Regulations looming from 1 April 2020, property lawyer Allan Sumner looks at what landlords must do to get their properties ready. The minimum EPC standard…
Harrison Drury advises Preston Grasshoppers on land sale
North West law firm Harrison Drury has advised on a deal which has seen Preston Grasshoppers sell land to North West Care Homes Limited. The rugby club has sold 1.7…
What does The New Electronics Communications Code mean for landowners?
After receiving the Royal Assent in April 2017, The New Electronics Communication Code has now come into force, as of 28 December 2018. Rhian Hawkins from Harrison Drury solicitors explores…
What should you do if you’re affected by Carillion’s insolvency?
Construction firm, Carillion PLC, announced this week that it and its five sister companies had been placed into compulsory liquidation. Harrison Drury’s construction and insolvency teams look at what this…
Six ways that sub-contractors can protect their interests
The insolvency of a main contractor can have a devastating impact on its sub-contractors. James Robbins, a specialist insolvency solicitor at Harrison Drury, looks at what sub-contractors can do to…
Anvic Developments sells three offices to Seneca Property
North West serviced office business Anvic Developments Limited has sold three of its offices to Seneca Property in a multi-million-pound deal. Anvic has sold its City View House serviced office…
Cricket club targets expansion with land purchase
A Preston-based cricket club has unveiled ambitious plans to create a new ground next to its existing facility after reaching an agreement to purchase the land from the government. Fulwood…
Multi-million-pound Morecambe seafront development underway
Work is underway on a multi-million-pound residential development that will give Morecambe a new iconic building. The Broadway will provide 50 new apartments on vacant site Scheme to provide new…
