*NEWSFLASH*: Blackhorse Investments (Borough) Limited v The London Borough of Southwark

NEWSFLASH: Blackhorse Investments (Borough) Limited v The London Borough of Southwark

In this Newsflash episode, Lizzie Collin sits down with Richard Snape, Davitt Jones Bould's Head of Legal Training, to discuss Blackhorse Investments (Borough) Limited v The London Borough of Southwark. Richard analyses discharging restrictive covenants preventing development including leasehold land. This case holds relevance for stakeholders involved in developments of any size. Richard assesses the background to the case, reminding us of the importance of s84 of the LPA 1925. He further explains the reasoning behind the decision, giving context for future cases. Cases mentioned: Kay & Cunningham (2023) Re Cammiade (application under section 84 of the Law Property Act 1925) (2023) Re Hickman & Sons Ltd’s Application (1951) Re Barclays Bank plc’s Application (1990) Blyth Corporation's Application (1962) Co-operative Insurance Society Ltd v Argyll Stores (Holdings) Ltd (1997) Westminster City Council v Duke of Westminster (1991) #RealEstate #Covenants #RestrictiveCovenants #DavittJonesBould

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