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Appeals: Written Submissions
Poll: Should we have a “Tribunal Submissions’’s Database” Total Votes: 35 |
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Yes | 26 |
No | 7 |
Not sure | 2 |
I was wondering whether it is worth compiling a resource, which keeps copies of the written submissions we use at tribunals? These could be held centrally by Rightnet and accessed by members when needed.
At the moment I write submissions, which are sent to HMCTS in enough time to allow the panel members to receive and read them. At the start of the hearing unless circumstances require, I do not rehearse the submission, I just state I am relying on my submission, the relevant evidence and my client’s evidence. My success rate is 85%, which suggests the submissions are proving successful.
.With regard to the appeals , which aren’t successful but are the subject of UT appeals. My submissions prove very helpful, especially in regard to the lack of consideration for the case law cited. It is important to say, I cite two cases per appeal, three at most. It would be counterproductive to bombard a tribunal.
What do Rightsnet and. Members think of this suggestion? Would it be useful?