Published on: 16 February 2026
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The CPRC no longer circulates the supporting papers with its minutes, so this News Analysis is not accompanied by documents explaining the matters discussed. A copy of the minutes is available here: Minutes of the CPR Committee meeting...
The Chair opened by welcoming attendees, with particular thanks to the Civil Justice Council (CJC) observer, Mr John Cuss, joining as the new CJC link member. The minutes of the 7 November 2025 meeting (see News Analysis: Minutes of the CPR Committee meeting—7 November 2025) were approved, subject to minor changes. The action log was noted: regarding the court’s power to order disclosure from a non-party, no further consultation is required and the intention is to include this in the next Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) updates, ie April 2026. On the initial report concerning arbitral awards, it was agreed, following consultation, to refer the matter to the Business & Property Court Sub-Committee to draft an amendment to CPR 62 (rather than CPR 52.3), subject to further consultation, with the issue to return when ready...
An update was given on the...
When evaluating a general damages claim, the practitioner ought initially to refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG)...
This Practice Note This Practice Note reviews mechanisms used in settling litigation. A Tomlin order consists of a consent order paired with a schedule. It operates to stay proceedings on terms that have been agreed. The provisions contained in the schedule may remain confidential. This Practice Note describes the scope of confidentiality attaching to the schedule and sets out how it differs from a standard consent order. Sample wording for a Tomlin order is included, alongside links to precedents, as well as guidance on court approval. It also addresses varying, setting aside and enforcing a Tomlin order, including the considerations the court will take into account when handling applications for each. Further guidance is provided on interpreting and applying the relevant provisions of the CPR; however, some courts and divisions impose very specific requirements for both drafting and approval, and for approaching the schedule and confidentiality issues. Accordingly, you must consider the particular rules and court guide provisions in the forum where your claim is proceeding when drawing up the Tomlin order...
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