Facts
Digging on the defendant's land caused the claimants' land to slip, with a risk of more slips.
Issue
When will a mandatory be granted to prevent future harm?
Held
The mandatory injunction was discharged, as it was too vague and costly.
Principle
A mandatory injunction is granted only where there is a very strong probability of grave future damage. The order must be clear about what the must do.
Why it matters
Leading case on mandatory injunctions.
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Redland Bricks Ltd v Morris [1970] AC 652 (Lanbuk) <https://www.lanbuk.com/llb/torts/cases/redland-bricks-v-morris> accessed 31 October 2026
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