More misrepresentation problems
Padstow in Cornwall is well known as being the home of Chef Rick Stein’s restaurant empire. It is perhaps better known in legal circles as being the location of the Atlantic Bays Holiday Park. This Park, and its owners Mr and Mrs Francis, have figured heavily in service charge litigation in recent years, including the […]
SRA prepare rules on price publication for firms
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have recently confirmed that rules regarding firms publishing price information may be revealed as soon as summer 2017.
Article 50 ruling: “blow to government”
The Supreme Court yesterday (24/01/17) ruled that Parliamentary support was required in order for article 50 to be triggered, rejecting the appeal from the government.
Article 50 ruling: “a unique case at a unique time”
Following the decision made by the Supreme Court yesterday (24/01/17) , speculation is brewing in regards to the impact on the government and the UK as a whole.
Breaking News: Triggering Article 50 requires Parliamentary vote
In a judgement released today (24/01/17), the Supreme Court has ruled that Parliament must vote on whether the government can initiate the Brexit process. Following the judgement in 2016, this decision means that the Prime Minister Theresa May is unable to begin discussions regarding the EU departure until she receives support of MPs and peers. […]
Article 50 ruling: professional opinion
Earlier this morning (24/01/17), the Supreme Court ruled that the government requires Parliamentary approval before Article 50 can be triggered.
2016: Year in review
Few would deny that 2016 has been full of twists and turns.
New tax evasion penalties for enablers
Lawyers and advisers who enable tax evasion may be subject to harsher consequences following the introduction of tougher sanctions at the start of 2017.
Adverse possession of registered land
Described in the Law Commission’s Report 271 (Law Com 271), the “doctrine of adverse possession” allows the acquisition of a title to land that is owned by somebody else. This is subject to certain conditions, which include continual possession of the land or using it for a certain period of time in absence of the owner’s […]
Chambers Solicitors, Bradford – Freezing Injunction
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has obtained a freezing injunction from the High Court as a result of concerns that money due to Chambers Solicitors, formerly of 37 Grattan Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD1 2LU, is being diverted to other law firms who may not be entitled to the money. This follows the SRA announcement […]
Problems with misrepresentation
The basic cause of action for an incorrect reply to one of the questions on the Property Information Form is an action for misrepresentation. A misrepresentation is an untrue statement made by one contracting party which is relied upon by the other, which induces him/her to enter into the contract, and as a result of […]
Stand and deliver
As the Government comes under increasing pressure to meet housing targets, compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) are gaining favour as a means of allowing a public body to take a property by right where it is needed as a matter of public interest. In its sixth report “Removing the Barriers to Housing Delivery”, published in March […]
20% increase on Local Authority CON29 fees from January 2017
VAT on Local Authority CON29 fees will be introduced on 1st January 2017
“5p Carrier Bag” initiative could revolutionise sustainable development
When the charge for single-use plastic carrier bags was introduced in England on 5th October 2015, Tesco reported a 78% drop in number of single-use carrier bags taken from its stores in England in the first month. According to a panel of environmental experts, if the government are to meet their targets for Sustainable Planning […]
New certificate required for First Registration Applications
Last November, The Land Registry made allowances for conveyancer’s to lodge certified copies of deeds and documents when lodging a first registration application (Form FR1). Until recently conveyancers could only lodge original deeds and documents with the form FR1. From 28th November conveyancers now have a choice of sending original deeds and documents or sending […]
Conveyancing Association conference discusses template for future conveyancing process
Following discussions at its ‘Modernising Conveyancing’ Conference, the Conveyancing Association, the leading trade body for the conveyancing industry, has today (6th December 2016) announced it will set out a template for the future, and produce a list of actions all designed to improve the overall conveyancing process. The Conference was held on the 1st December […]
Dishonesty claim means solicitor denied PII
A solicitor who worked in a firm involved in mortgage fraud has been told she is unable to claim indemnity insurance, despite a High Court ruling dismissing an original dishonesty claim involving referring to herself as a partner. Shirin Rahim was informed that she was prevented from making a claim against Arch Insurance Co due […]
When families fall out
All those involved in conveyancing and in private client work will be well aware of the problems that can be caused when informal arrangements are made by clients as to the ownership or occupation of property. ‘No we don’t need a legal document drawing up – we’re family’ goes the cry – until it all […]
Don’t doubt value of money laundering prevention
Due to conveyancing transactions usually being of high value as well as their ability to take place without raising suspicion, they are a favoured method of laundering money. The Solicitor’s Regulation Authority (SRA) have estimated that up to £57 billion is laundered within the UK on a yearly basis. The firms who deal with these […]
Original documents no longer needed for first registration lodgements
Conveyancers can now lodge first registration applications without the need for original deeds and documents being sent, from this week (28th November 2016).
