The Civil Procedure Rules 1998

Application for an interim remedy where there is no related claim

25.4—(1) This rule applies where a party wishes to apply for an interim remedy but—

(a) the remedy is sought in relation to proceedings which are taking place, or will take place, outside the jurisdiction; or

(b) the application is made under section 33 of the Supreme Court Act 1981 or section 52 of the County Courts Act 1984 (order for disclosure, inspection etc. before commencement) before a claim has been commenced.

(2) An application under this rule must be made in accordance with the general rules about applications contained in Part 23.

(The following provisions are also relevant—

• Rule 25.5 (inspection of property before commencement or against a non-party)

• Rule 31.16 (orders for disclosure of documents before proceedings start)

• Rule 31.17 (orders for disclosure of documents against a person not a party))