Haward and others v Fawcetts [2006] UKHL 9 (1 March 2006)

Sometimes disrepair is caused by negligent contractors or professional advisers. Landlords and developers may require to pursue claims against them as part of their obligation to act reasonably, and before incurring service charge costs. The House of Lords has recently overturned the Court of Appeal on a limitation point. We highlight the case in brief to raise readers’ awareness of it.