In Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991), the House of Lords reversed the previous decision in Anns v Merton, ruling that local authorities are not liable for pure economic loss arising from negligent inspection of building plans. This case reviewed negligence against public bodies.
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🏛️ Court: House of Lords 🗓️ Judgment Date: 26 July 1990 🗂️ Where Reported: [1991] 1 A.C. 398; [1990] 3 W.L.R. 414; [1990] 2 All E.R. 908 📍 Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
Overruling of Anns v Merton: The House of Lords overruled the precedent set by Anns v Merton, concluding that local authorities are not liable for pure economic loss resulting from negligent inspection of building plans and construction.
