Overriding objective
1.1.—(1) The overriding objective of these Rules is to enable the court to deal with cases justly.
(2) Dealing with a case justly includes, so far as practicable—
(a)ensuring that the parties are on an equal footing;
(b)saving expense;
(c)dealing with the case in ways that are proportionate to the importance of the case and the complexity of the issues; and
(d)ensuring that it is dealt with expeditiously and fairly.