Planning cuts make housing targets impossible, says new research
Nearly 90% of local authorities believe that the Government’s housing targets will be impossible to meet due to a lack of planning resources, according to a new joint research report from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU). The report, which is the first of its kind to draw […]
VAT on CON29 searches confirmed
Following our announcement last week, Today’s Conveyancer has now received confirmation directly from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that VAT will be applied on CON29 searches. The HMRC spokesperson said: “The provision of information by local authorities using the CON29 process will be subject to VAT. Final details are being discussed with them. This change will […]
Land Registry Christmas opening hours
Land Registry have published their opening hours for over the holiday period
As another month passes, dreams of home ownership drift further into the distance for many
Andy Sommerville, Director of Search Acumen, comments on ONS House Price Index, October 2016