This article gives information on local authority hot issues that affect services such as delivery of searches. 

Products Affected:

• Official Local Authority Search

Reason:

• Local Land Charges have advised that they will not be in the office from Friday 23rd October 2026 to Monday 9th November 2026 due to annual leave. Searches will continue to be accepted and worked on during this period; however, final checks and the return of search results will be delayed until their return, as there is limited cover available.

Expected Delay:

• Their turnaround time will remain at 15 working days and will be reviewed when they return from Annual Leave.

Options:

• What we can offer is to provide a search-delayed indemnity policy. If you would like to proceed with this option, then please send us the limit of indemnity so we can provide you with an accurate quote. Otherwise, we will keep chasing the Local Authority and have the completed search back with you as soon as possible.