In objecting to a compulsory purchase order, claimants oblige the Secretary of State to hold a Public Inquiry where the merits of the proposed Order can be properly examined.
Not only does an objection give the claimant a possibility of defeating the Acquiring Authority, but it can also significantly improve the negotiation position of a claimant. Acquiring Authorities often make significant effort to engage with objectors, providing a platform for discussion.
Care however must be exercised in the preparation of objection letters as certain grounds of objection can be dismissed. The objection letter needs to be comprehensive and set out the principle grounds of objection in a manner that will maximise the potential for success at Public Inquiry.
It is essential that specialist advice is sought to assist in objecting to CPOs. Roger Hannah has significant experience in objecting to CPOs and are fully versed in the arguments and counter arguments that might be made.