HMLR practice guide

Practice guide updates: PG8, PG67 and PG82

Execution of deeds (PG8)

Page summary:
Advice on the execution of deeds that are to be submitted to HM Land Registry (practice guide 8).

Change made:
Section 7 has been amended to include a cross-reference to other guidance on local authority execution in section 5.

Time updated:
6:00am, 15 April 2024

Evidence of identity (PG67)

Page summary:
This guide explains when evidence of identity is required and how it should be given. It is aimed at conveyancers (practice guide 67).

Change made:
Section 11 has been amended to clarify that, if you submit one set of identity evidence to cover multiple applications, you must state in each application that the confirmation of identity evidence has been lodged as part of an application against another title and state the number.

Time updated:
6:00am, 15 April 2024

Electronic signatures accepted by HM Land Registry (PG82)

Page summary:
Information about the types of electronic signature accepted by HM Land Registry (practice guide 82)

Change made:
Section 3.3 has been updated to provide more guidance on amending deeds with conveyancer-certified electronic signatures; in addition, several minor amendments have been made to other parts of the guide for clarification purposes.

Time updated:
6:00am, 15 April 2024

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