On 22 September, the Law Commission published a consultation paper, together with a summary, on proposals to review certain sections of the Act.
Dispute Resolution no Longer Alternative
Alternative Dispute Resolution is henceforth to be called Negotiated Dispute Resolution. This change in nomenclature, introduced in the 11th Edition of the Commercial Court Guide, reflects the drive to place dispute resolution at the heart of the litigation process. The message is clear: engaging in dispute resolution should be a standard part of the litigation process.