This paper seeks views on proposals to amend the Family Proceedings Rules in respect of costs in ancillary relief proceedings and appeals in all family proceedings. The proposals include the abolition of Calderbank offers, application of part 52 of the Civil Procedure Rules to all family appeals and changing the appeal route for ancillary relief cases.
The consultation period closed on 1 December 2004
Further copies of the consultation paper can be obtained by contacting the address below:
Esporanca Harvey
Divorce, Mediation & Property Branch
Family Justice Division
Department for Constitutional Affairs
Selborne House, 4th floor
54 Victoria Street
London SW1E 6QW
Tel: 0207 210 0645
Fax: 0207 210 8681
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