Removal of restriction

We are currently buying a house but before we can exchange and complete we have to wait for a restriction/charge to be removed from the title register. We have been informed that it was expedited and I can see expedited timeframes are around 10 days, it has now been 3 weeks. How can I check if it has been expedited? Application was made on the 10th June.  Title number SYK207386.

Natalie - we don't have an application pending against that title so nothing has been expedited as yet.
Once an application is submitted it can then be expedited as you state. Processing generally starts within 10 days but everything then hinges on it being in order and wider checks not being needed. Expedition is not always a 'magic wand' solution.
Suggest you ask whoever is submitting the application to confirm the title number and our case (ABR) reference as well and we can check again
I note that there is a charging order protected on the register by way of a form K restriction and I assume that's the restriction/charge you are referring to. If it is you may wish to refer the conveyancer to section 4 of our PG 76 for guidance on how such a restriction might be overreached when a sale is being completed in case it helps progress matters - Practice guide 76: charging orders - GOV.UK
SYK207386

Thank you Adam, I will try and get more information from the solicitors who have sent the application. There’s actually two title numbers for the property, the second being SYK156014, could you possibly check whether the application has been made under that title number please? 

Thank you 

Natalie 

Natalie - an application to withdraw their restriction on SYK156014 was submitted on 10th June 

Thank you for letting me know, could I please ask if you can see if it has been or will be expedited please? And if not, what are the current average wait times for something like this to be done? 
 

Natalie

Natalie - it's not been expedited and current average wait times are around 4+ months
Request an expedite - GOV.UK

Thank you Adam

Sorry, another question, could I (as the buyer) request the application be expedited or does it have to be whoever made the application in the first place?

Thanks 

Natalie

Natalie - you/your conveyancer can request it 
SYK156014 - M957CXT

Thanks so much for your help Adam, you’ve been a great help.

Natalie 

Hiya,

can you please confirm whether or not you have now received an application under title number SYK207386 to remove a charge, and whether it has been expedited please? The previous application was done under the wrong title number and they told me they had were submitting the correct one.

thank you
Natalie

Hiya Natalie - submitted on 16th and completed today. The register has been updated and is now available online
SYK207386

Thank you so much for your quick reply! That’s great news.

Natalie