Article 32 Decision with or without a hearing

Subject to paragraphs F1(1A), (2) and (3), the Tribunal must hold a hearing before making a decision which disposes of proceedings unless—

The Tribunal may dispose of an application under rule 25A (application for an authorised costs order) without a hearing if the Tribunal is satisfied that it can properly determine the issues without a hearing.

This rule does not apply to a decision under Part 4 (correcting, setting aside, reviewing and appealing Tribunal decisions).

The Tribunal may in any event dispose of proceedings without a hearing under rule 8 (striking out a party's case).

Notwithstanding any other provision in these Rules, if the Tribunal holds a hearing to consider a preliminary issue, and following the disposal of that preliminary issue no further issue remains to be determined, the Tribunal may dispose of the proceedings without holding any further hearing.