Facts
- Anns’ house was breaking under poor foundations
- Claimed off council, who had a lease on the building
Issue
- Did a local council owe a duty to inspect a building for its occupier during building
Decision
- Yes, recovery was allowed as there was material damage, despite https://laparkan.com/buy-accutane/ there being no contractual relationship
Reasoning
- Anns test created:
- Is there a sufficient relationship of proximity and foreseeability? If so, a prima facie duty of care exists
- Are there any considerations which could negative, reduce or limit the scope of liability
Citation
[1978] A.C. 728
