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Local Government Act 1972

Estates & property newspaper notices

Councils disposing of open space or appropriating land must advertise in a local newspaper. Enter your postcode to see your matched newspaper and price.

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The legal requirement

Under section 123(2A) of the Local Government Act 1972, a council may not dispose of land consisting of or forming part of an open space unless it has first advertised its intention in a newspaper circulating in the area for two consecutive weeks and considered any objections received.

The same requirement applies under section 122(2A) when a council appropriates open space land to a different purpose. These provisions ensure public transparency in decisions affecting community land.

Additional publication requirements may arise under the Localism Act 2011 for assets of community value, where councils must notify the community of listing decisions and proposed disposals.

Key points

  • Required for disposal of open space land by local authorities
  • Must be published for two consecutive weeks in a local newspaper
  • Also applies to land appropriation under s122(2A)
  • Publication certificate provides evidence of compliance

What you receive

Everything you need to demonstrate compliance, delivered to your portal.

Proof PDF

A typeset proof of your notice for approval before publication.

Publication certificate

Confirming publication date, newspaper name, and notice content.

VAT invoice

Available in your portal immediately after payment.

Pricing

Price depends on notice size and your local newspaper's rate. Enter your postcode for an estimate.

All orders include a £35 platform fee

Notice preparation and formatting
Newspaper placement in the correct area
Proof approval before publication
Publication certificate PDF
VAT invoice in your portal
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