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Renting small plots of allotted land to locals became a local authority duty in 1908. Under 2016 rules, selling allotments requires ministerial permission – granted 42 times since 2020. Allotments are considered appropriate development in the green belt but are not classified as brownfield land. 

Our latest cross-market research draws on the perspectives of 150 senior property professionals, including 50 estate agents, 50 residential conveyancers, and 50 mortgage lenders, to reveal how the industry is adapting to this new landscape, where climate risk is now a central part of the conversation. 

Following the publication of the Law Society’s Climate Change and Property Practice Note  in May 2025, The Chancery Lane Project (TCLP) updated its existing Marni’s Clause to reflect the terminology and guidance in the new Practice Note.

The Chancery Lane Project (TCLP), launched in 2019, develops climate-conscious legal drafting. Its clauses are now widely adopted, helping to reduce emissions and embed environmental responsibility into legal practice.

As part of our continued drive to be at the forefront of the property market, we’ve redesigned our Argyll SiteSolutions reports. These reports continue to provide expert insight and bespoke recommendations, retaining a higher level of clarity and the optional consideration of climate risk.

In collaboration with the UK’s leading law firms, three of Argyll’s environmental SiteSolutions and FloodSolutions reports have been redesigned to improve usability and provide clearer guidance. These renowned and trusted reports go beyond mere data, offering expert analysis and advice to help real estate lawyers, and their clients proceed with confidence and certainty. 

Landmark’s Commercial Property Trends Report provides insights into the commercial property transaction pipeline across England, Wales and Scotland.

Our data for Q2 2025 reveals that completions cooled and transaction volumes slowed in the second quarter of 2025 following a stamp duty-fuelled surge in March – despite record levels of stock and more competitive mortgage rates. 

Following the launch of our latest commercial real estate report – AI and climate change: risk, challenges, rewards – Elizabeth Jarvis, Landmark’s Legal and Search Divisional Director, outlines some of the key findings from discussions with real estate lawyers.

Climate change is reshaping our environment, and the property market must consider its long-term impact. Landmark now includes a Climate Change module in EnviroSearch Residential and RiskView Residential, ensuring comprehensive environmental due diligence.

As Argyll celebrates its 21st birthday, we reflect on our journey from inception to becoming a leader in environmental risk assessments. Founded by Simon Boyle and his colleagues, Argyll started with a vision to create high-quality environmental reports.