2.6 Requests for further information

Question 1

Which Part deals with requests for further information?

Answer 1

CPR 18

Question 2

What should a party do if it needs clarification or further information about a point in dispute?

Answer 2

18PD.1
The party requesting information should serve a written request on the other party to voluntarily supply the information, stating a date by which it should comply. If the other party fails or refuses the requesting party should apply to the court to use its powers under CPR 18.1.

Question 3

Which Practice Direction deals with parties responding to Part 18 requests for further information?

Answer 3

18PD.2

Question 4

What if the party that receives a request for further information wishes to refuse it?

Answer 4

18PD.4
The refusing party should:
Promptly inform the other party;
Give reasons and (where relevant) a date by which he can comply;
There is no need to apply to the court;
Where compliance is possible but only at disproportionate time and expense, the party should say this in his reply.

Question 5

How should an application be made to the court to order the other party to provide information or clarification?

Answer 5

18PD.5
Deals with the formalities of requesting Part 18 orders.

They should be made as interim applications under CPR 23.

Question 6

What if the party which receives the request for further information is concerned about how the requesting party will use it?

Answer 6

CPR 18.2

The court may make an order restricting the uses of the information.