Charity disputes and ADR
The recent case of Hussain v Chowdhury [2020] EWHC 790 (Ch) makes clear that, before giving permission to commence charity proceedings, the courts expect the parties to actively engage with alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures in trying to resolve their dispute. Masood Ahmed Charities Act 2011 and CPR Disputes regarding the administration and operation of charities, referred to as ‘charity proceedings’, are governed by the Charities Act 2011. The Charity Commission, attorney general or a person specified in section 115(1) of the act are permitted to bring charity proceedings. ...