SCHEDULE 1THE INDUSTRIAL TRIBUNALS AND FAIR EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL RULES OF PROCEDURE 2020

PART 4THE RESPONSE TO THE CLAIM

Applications for extension of time for presenting response

18.

(1)

An application for an extension of time for presenting a response shall—

(a)

be presented in writing;

(b)

be copied to the claimant;

(c)

set out the reason why the extension is sought;

(d)

except where the time limit has not yet expired, be accompanied by a draft of the response which the respondent wishes to present or an explanation of why that is not possible; and

(e)

if the respondent wishes to request a hearing, include that request.

(2)

The claimant may within 7 days of receipt of the application give reasons in writing explaining why the application is opposed.

(3)

An employment judge may determine the application without a hearing.

(4)

If the decision is to refuse an extension, any prior rejection of the response shall stand. If the decision is to allow an extension, any judgment issued under rule 19 shall be set aside.