Paragraph 18 Consolidation or hearing together of applications
Where two or more applications have been lodged in respect of the same subject matter, or in respect of several interests in the same subject matter, or which involve the same or similar issues, the Chairman may, on the application of any party to the applications or on his own initiative, direct that the applications or any particular issue or matter raised in the applications be consolidated or heard together or consecutively.
Before giving a direction under this rule, unless all parties have consented, the Secretary must give notice to the parties to the applications and the Chairman must consider any representations made in consequence of the notice.
Subject to any specific provisions of these Rules or directions by the Chairman, all applications to the Tribunal in respect of any particular holding, whether made by the landlord or tenant, must be heard and determined together.