Privity

Question 1

What case is an example of privity?

Answer 1

Tweddle v Atkinson (1861)

Question 2

Tweddle v Atkinson (1861)

Answer 2

William Tweddle and Miss Guy were engaged. Both fathers agreed to give the couple a sum of money when the marriage took place, but Mr Guy died before making his payment. It was held that William was not entitled to the money. He was a beneficiary of a promise, but he had not provided any consideration. There was no contract between William and Mr Guy and therefore no privity of contract.

Question 3

What case is an example of a Privity exceptions – Contracts for the benefit of the group ?

Answer 3

Jackson v Horizon Holidays (1975)

Question 4

Jackson v Horizon Holidays (1975)

Answer 4

Mr Jackson booked a holiday for his family. The holiday was so poor that Mr Jackson decided to sue. Mr Jackson could sue as the party to the contract, but damages were awarded to the whole family.