Section 55.16(1)

After considering the claim and any defence, the judge will— make an order for possession under rule 55.17; where the judge is not satisfied as to any of the matters set out in paragraph (2)— direct that a date be fixed for a hearing; and give any appropriate case management directions; or strike out the claim if the claim form discloses no reasonable grounds for bringing the claim.

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Source: legislation.gov.uk · retrieved 2026-08-15