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Paragraph 8.4 Remit to person of skill

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(1)

The sheriff may, on an incidental application by any party or on a joint application, remit to any person of skill, or other person, to report on any matter of fact.

(2)

If a remit under paragraph (1) is made by joint application or of consent of all parties, the report of such person shall be final and conclusive with respect to the matter of fact which is the subject of the remit.

(3)

If a remit under paragraph (1) is made–

(a)

on the application of one of the parties, the expenses of its execution must, in the first instance, be met by that party; or

(b)

on a joint application or of consent of all parties, the expenses must, in the first instance, be met by the parties equally, unless the sheriff otherwise orders.