Section 80.25(2)

The court must fix a hearing for the Secretary of State and the special advocate to make oral representations, unless— the special advocate gives notice to the court that he or she does not challenge the objection or application; the court has previously considered— is satisfied that it would be just to uphold that objection or to give permission without a hearing; or an objection under rule 80.21(5)(b) to the same or substantially the same communication; or an application under rule 80.24(1) for permission to withhold the same or substantially the same material, and the Secretary of State and the special advocate consent to the court deciding the issue without a hearing.

← 1 · All articles · 3 →

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