Amendments to the Tribunal Procedure (Upper Tribunal) Rules 200814
In rule 34 (decision with or without a hearing)—
a
in paragraph (1), for “paragraph (2)” substitute “paragraphs (2) and (3)”;
b
after paragraph (2), insert—
3
In immigration judicial review proceedings, the Upper Tribunal must hold a hearing before making a decision which disposes of proceedings.
4
Paragraph (3) does not affect the power of the Upper Tribunal to—
a
strike out a party’s case, pursuant to rule 8(1)(b) or 8(2);
b
consent to withdrawal, pursuant to rule 17;
c
determine an application for permission to bring judicial review proceedings, pursuant to rule 30; or
d
make a consent order disposing of proceedings, pursuant to rule 39,
without a hearing.