Overriding interests have been described ‘as a stumbling block on registration of title’. Do you agree?
To what extent, if at all, has the Land Registration Act 2002 tried to reduce their effect?

Word Length Maximum 1500 words.

Learning Outcomes Assessed
1) Demonstrate an understanding of the principles underlying land law and in particular registered land,
2) Critically analyse the principles of land law and relevant case law and statute as applied in practice.
3) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of proposals for reform (where applicable).
Assessment Criteria

1. The student is expected to understand the principles and procedures in this area of law and to research and identify the developments in recent cases and statutes in the law relating to registered land.
2. The student should understand and explain the varying decisions of case law, if appropriate
3. The student MUST critically analyse the case law and statute and determine whether the cases are appropriate to the question.
4. The student must identify any perceived weaknesses in the current system of registered land.
5. The student must consider whether such perceived weaknesses have a valid role to play in the system of registered land ownership.
6. It is important that, despite the opinions of others you may find during your research, you explain this in your OWN words so that your understanding can be assessed.