Rule 72D CMA application for stayF1
This rule applies where the CMA—
gives notice under rule 72C that it has begun, or decided to begin, an investigation concerning issues the same as, or similar to, those raised in the claim; or
decides at any other time before the proceedings are concluded to begin such an investigation.
The CMA shall, within seven days of giving the notice referred to in paragraph (1)(a) or making the decision referred to in paragraph (1)(b)—
apply for a stay of the proceedings; or
notify the parties and the Tribunal that it does not consider that the proceedings should be stayed, with reasons.
An application under paragraph (2)(a) shall—
be supported by reasons as to why the CMA considers that the proceedings should be stayed;
indicate whether the CMA considers that the application should be determined without a hearing;
be served on the parties by the CMA; and
be determined by the Tribunal taking into account any observations of the parties, including as to whether the application should be determined without a hearing.
Annotations
Textual amendments
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Pt. 4A inserted (1.10.2025) by The Competition Appeal Tribunal (Amendment) Rules 2025 (S.I. 2025/999), rules 1(2), 6