In the matter of A and B v X, Y, Z - Judgment

Determination of an application for an extension of time to proceed with an application to set aside foreign arbitration award – Order 3 rule 5 of the Grand Court Rules – the relevant factors to consider – the extent of the delay, the excuse for the delay, the strength of the applicant’s case for setting aside the award if an extension was granted – the degree of prejudice to the respondent if the application for an extension was granted – the overriding objective – applicability of English caselaw – the importance of complying with Order 41 of the Grand Court Rules on evidential matters. Arbitration; Enforcement of Foreign Awards; Civil Procedure; Public International Law; Evidence; Appellate and Procedural Jurisprudence