Article 3 Amendment of rules

After rule 2 insert—

“Overriding Objective

2A.

(1)

The overriding objective of these Rules is to enable the Appeal Tribunal to deal with cases justly.

(2)

Dealing with a case justly includes, so far as practicable –

(a)

ensuring that the parties are on an equal footing;

(b)

dealing with the case in ways which are proportionate to the importance and complexity of the issues;

(c)

ensuring that it is dealt with expeditiously and fairly; and

(d)

saving expense.

(3)

The parties shall assist the Appeal Tribunal to further the overriding objective.”.