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You’ll find the articles featured in our Autumn 2026 newsletter right here.

Autumn 2026

Published 5th October 2026

In this edition, we feature two case studies where, in both cases, the claims arose when a neighbour made a complaint to the council, despite the works in question being well over ten years old.

We also we take a look at estate rent charges and why they continue to be a concern for buyers and their lenders; we tell you why you should be using ICON for all your legal indemnity enquiries; and you’ll find a sneak peek of next year’s calendar!

Claims case studies: neighbourhood watch

Although no two legal indemnity insurance claims are ever quite the same, many of our lack of local authority consent claims share a couple of common themes - the works covered are often many years old by the time the claim is received, and they are frequently instigated by a complaint from a neighbour.
Building RegulationsPlanning
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Everything under one roof

We know that some legal professionals use one insurer for standard ‘off the shelf’ legal indemnity cover and another for more bespoke enquiries. But with ICON there’s no need to go anywhere else. It offers the best of both worlds, catering for all types of properties, from existing residential properties, to new builds, commercial premises or development sites.
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Historic rent charges: old rights, new rules

One of the aims of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LFRA) was to remove the outdated and punitive powers used to enforce historic rent charges. But two years on from its introduction, estate rent charges remain a risk for buyers.
Outstanding Charge(s)
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By appointment

As we edge closer to the end of the year, our thoughts are turning to 2027 and one of the most important New Year traditions – the Isis calendar!
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