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Law Commission publications delayed due to coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Published on: 30 June 2020

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LNB News 30/06/2020

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Issue Date: 30 June 2020

Published Date: 30 June 2020

Jurisdiction(s): England and Wales

Article summary

The Law Commission has published its business plan for 2020—2021. The Law Commission had intended to publish various consultations and reports in 2020—2021, however the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to the delay of most projects as government priorities have shifted. Once there is increased certainty, further information regarding the publication of these reports will be given. The delayed reports include the ‘Enfranchisement,’ ‘Commonhold’ and ‘Right to Manage’ reports.

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