# The Court of Protection Rules 2017, Rule 20.8: Matters to be taken into account when considering an application for permission


(1) Permission to appeal shall be granted only where—
(a) the court considers that the appeal would have a real prospect of success; or
(b) there is some other compelling reason why the appeal should be heard.
(2) An order giving permission may—
(a) limit the issues to be heard; and
(b) be made subject to conditions.
(3) Paragraphs (1) and (2) do not apply to second appeals.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/1035/part/20/rule/20.8 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/court-of-protection-rules-2017/part-20/rule-20.8
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