C1C2C4C3C5 PART X Appeals from Summary Proceedings

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Pt. X (ss. 173-194) excluded (19.2.2001) by 2000 c. 11, ss. 7(7), 8(1)(f)(ii); S.I. 2001/421, art. 2

General

175AF1Power to refer points of law for the opinion of the High Court

1

In an appeal under this Part, the Sheriff Appeal Court may refer a point of law to the High Court for its opinion if it considers that the point is a complex or novel one.

2

The Sheriff Appeal Court may make a reference under subsection (1)—

a

on the application of a party to the appeal proceedings, or

b

on its own initiative.

3

On giving its opinion on a reference under subsection (1), the High Court may also give a direction as to further procedure in, or disposal of, the appeal.