What is the ratio in Pye v Graham?

Adverse possession requires both factual possession (sufficient physical custody and control) and intention to possess (intention to exclude others including the paper owner) for the statutory limitation period.

What did the court decide in Pye v Graham?

The House of Lords held that the Grahams had successfully acquired title through adverse possession, having met both requirements for over 12 years.

Why is Pye v Graham important for land law?

It established the definitive modern test for adverse possession and confirmed that title can still be acquired through long possession under the Limitation Act 1980.

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