Court of Appeal Clarifies Costs Principles for Scheme & Plan Appeals
Detailed Assessment — 2025-07-30
n a significant costs judgment arising from the Thames Water restructuring, the Court of Appeal has clarified the correct approach to costs in scheme and plan appeals. This analysis covers the court's decision that "costs follow the event," how partial success is treated, and its stark warnings on "eye-watering" costs.
Summary
n a significant costs judgment arising from the Thames Water restructuring, the Court of Appeal has clarified the correct approach to costs in scheme and plan appeals. This analysis covers the court's decision that "costs follow the event," how partial success is treated, and its stark warnings on "eye-watering" costs.
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