What is INSPIRE index maps for local land charges?
How mapping indexes help councils locate charges geographically before full answers in England and Wales.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 9 min read
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INSPIRE index maps support spatial search of local land charges areas; they complement but do not replace full LLC1 outcomes.
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