The Civil Procedure Rules 1998

[F1Effect of stop noticeE+W

73.18(1) A stop notice—

(a)takes effect when it is served in accordance with rule 73.17(4); and

(b)remains in force unless it is withdrawn or discharged in accordance with rule 73.20 or 73.21.

(2) While a stop notice is in force, the person on whom it is served—

(a)must not—

(i)register a transfer of the securities described in the notice; or

(ii)take any other step restrained by the notice,

without first giving 14 days' notice to the person who obtained the stop notice; but

(b)must not, by reason only of the notice, refuse to register a transfer or to take any other step, after he has given 14 days' notice under paragraph (2)(a) and that period has expired.]

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