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Boundaries: facts, myths and how to avoid a costly dispute

Posted by: Adam Hookway, Customer Policy Manager, Posted on: 8 October 2026 - Categories: Law and practice

This guide explains common boundary myths, what HM Land Registry records can and cannot tell you, and where to get help if you are involved in a boundary dispute.

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