Tribunals Flashcards
How many cases do tribunal hear in comparison to the civil courts?
6 times a many
How are tribunals different to other forms of ADR?
They have their own juristiction, if a case falls under it will be taken to tribunal
What is the set up of a tribunal
2 lay people and a judge
How is a tribunal less adversarial?
A panel ask information
Inquisitorial
Are tribunals public or private?
Private
Is legal aid needed in tribunals?
No
Are tribunals consistent?
Chambers follow the same procedures to give consistency
Are the decisions made in tribunals legaly enforcable?
Yes
What statute applies to tribunals?
Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007
Reformed 70 procedure system to tier system
What is the ‘First Tier’ in tribunals?
6 chambers
Cover areas such as: Health, Education, Social Care, Immigration
What is the ‘Upper Tier’ in tribunals?
4 chambers to hear appeals from the first tier
How are employment tribunals different?
They have their own chambers
Solely deal with employment issues
Less formal
What are some advantages of Tribunals?
6
Speed
Cost
Informality
Flexibility
Specialisation
Case load
What are some disadvantages of Tribunals
6
Lack of public funding
Inconsistent decisions
Lack of openness
Lack of reasons
Too complex
Appeals
