Guidance

Implied covenants (PG48)

Advice on various covenants implied by statute when there is a disposal of land (practice guide 48).

• From: HM Land Registry
• Published: 13 October 2003
• Last updated: 25 June 2015 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

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Practice guide 48: implied covenants

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This guide gives advice on various covenants implied by statute when there is a disposal of land. This guide is aimed at conveyancers and you should interpret references to ‘you’ accordingly. HM Land Registry staff will also refer to it.

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Published 13 October 2003
Last updated 25 June 2015 + show all updates

1. 25 June 2015

   Link to the advice we offer added.

2. 24 September 2014

   Welsh version added.

3. 13 October 2003

   First published.