Sam and Deborah agreed to purchase a house, 15 Green Lanes, from Jonathan for £500,000, on condition that he left a crystal chandelier in the dining room. On exchange, the contracts omitted to mention the crystal chandelier. Jonathan noticed the error but didn’t say anything about it. The conveyance was completed and registered with the Land Registry.
a. When Sam and Deborah moved in to the house they were disappointed to find that Jonathan had removed:
i. The crystal chandelier.
ii. Cupboards and shelving from the kitchen.
iii. A statute of a his dog and a heavy stone sundial from the front garden
Explain to what extent Sam and Deborah might be able to make a claim for these items and what remedies might be available to them.
b. Deborah found Jonathan’s mobile phone which he has accidentally left in the bathroom and Sam was excited to find 6 silver Viking coins when he was gardening at their new home at 15 Green Lanes.
Explain who has the best legal rights to these items of property.
