Evicting squatters from commercial property is a situation that may affect many landlords who own commercial properties that are left empty due to a number of reasons such as holiday periods. Even though discovering squatters in a commercial property is often distressing, there are methods to remove them as quickly as possible. Since the Legal […]
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How do travellers find land to squat on?
As a landowner, you may be worried about the possibility of gypsies and travellers eyeing your land to squat on. If travellers set up their encampment on private land, it is the responsibility of the owner to remove them, as the council only gets involved when they are camped on council-owned land. With this in […]
Dealing with protestors on your land
All democratic societies embrace the right to peaceful protest and our country is no exception. It is perfectly legal for people to gather and express their views as long as they are not breaking any law(s). For example, if the gathering descends into a situation where the rights of others are being infringed upon, then […]
Securing Your Site After Removing Travellers
Having to deal with squatters in your commercial premises or travellers settling on your land is a stressful process. Making sure that it can’t happen again should be a priority once the eviction has been carried out. (more…)
Able Investigations featured in RICS Land Journal
In a recent article by Steve Wood, our managing director, published in the Land Journal, we discussed the difficulties surrounding trespassers who are living on your private land. (more…)
What to do if people squatting on your land turn violent?
Dealing with squatters on your premises or land is not usually a simple task, even if they peacefully leave the premises. In situations where a squatter or group squatting on your premises turn violent, then the situation can elevate to an incredibly distressing experience. So, what should you do if squatters occupying your land turn […]
Able Investigations rescue abandoned pony
During a recent land repossession, Able Investigations were faced with an abandoned pony in need of a new home. (more…)
Plymouth City Council request assistance in removal of travellers from popular city park
Able Investigations’ team of enforcement officers recently assisted with the removal of a group of travellers who settled in a family park in Plymouth. Joining forces with local police and council staff, our team of bailiffs were instructed to enforce a possession order and remove a group of caravans who set up camp in Trefusis […]
Evicting in Public Places
Parks, carparks and common areas open to the public are often prime locations for travellers and protestors to set up camp, which of course can be incredibly disruptive to local businesses and residents. If you are responsible for the management and maintenance of a public place and discover it has recently become occupied, then it’s […]
How long does an interim possession order last for?
Interim possession orders are a quick option to remove people occupying property without the owner’s consent. Because it is an ‘interim’ order, it is a fast track option but only temporary until a full possession order can have a hearing in court. You must apply for both an interim order and a full Order of […]