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This note provides a brief summary of the measures (and applicable timescales) that have been implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic, that impact landlords’ remedies for tenant default as at 1 October 2020. ...more
This table summarises landlords’ main options in the event of tenant default, and sets out some advantages, disadvantages and practical tips for each remedy (factoring in current Covid measures/restrictions as at 1 October...more
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