A court allowed a person to challenge a government decision because the person's arguments were strong enough. The court also canceled an earlier order that the person pay legal costs.
Key Facts
- •Judicial review claim brought by Kyle Parvez against the Secretary of State for Justice.
- •Permission for judicial review was initially refused by a judge on the papers.
- •Oral hearing held on March 21, 2024 before Fordham J.
Legal Principles
Arguability of a judicial review claim requires a realistic prospect of success.
High Court of Justice, King's Bench Division, Administrative Court
Outcomes
Permission for judicial review granted.
The claimant's arguments, as presented at the oral hearing, demonstrated arguability with a realistic prospect of success.
Costs order made on the papers when permission was refused is set aside.
The grant of permission for judicial review necessitates setting aside the previous costs order.