Paragraph 45.19 Assessment of alternative percentage increase
(1)
This rule applies where the percentage increase of fees is assessed under rule 45.18(4).
(2)
If the percentage increase is assessed as greater than 20% or less than 7.5%, the percentage increase to be allowed shall be that assessed by the court.
(3)
If the percentage increase is assessed as no greater than 20% and no less than 7.5%—
(a)
the percentage increase to be allowed shall be 12.5%; and
(b)
the costs of the application and assessment shall be paid by the applicant.