B & S v Leathley [1979]

Key Points To Note

• A freezer container had not been moved for over two years.

• Decision: The freezer container was held to be a building.

2. Impact and Analysis:

• Legal Principle: The case extends the definition of a building to include structures that are intended to be permanent or have been in place for a significant period.

• Implications: This decision impacts the interpretation of what constitutes a ‘building’ under the law, ensuring that semi-permanent structures used for storage or other purposes are protected under burglary statutes.