26 February 2026
PLA North Landmark Chambers in Newcastle: Restrictive covenants and Leasehold reform
The PLA North held a training event on restrictive covenants and leasehold reform with Landmark Chambers on 25 February 2026 at Womble Bond Dickinson, Newcastle. This article provides a link to the slides and notes.
David Holland KC delivered a practical session on the modification or discharge of restrictive covenants. David explored when covenants can be challenged, the strategic considerations for applicants and objectors and how these issues arise in development, transactional and contentious contexts.
Ellodie Gibbons provided a clear and accessible overview of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act, examining its key provisions, policy objectives and the anticipated impact on leaseholders, freeholders, developers and advisors.