In The Press

When discussing the issues with the ‘confusing and limited nature of any right to appeal’ in relation to the Community Infrastructure Levy regime, the Local Government Lawyer makes reference to one of Duncan Lewis’ cases, R (Giordano Limited) v London Borough of Camden. Specifically, it is highlighted as ‘the third High Court ruling in relation to CIL liability issues’, where the claimant sought to challenge the London Borough of Camden’s decision not to apply a statutory deduction to the Community Infrastructure Levy resulting in Giordano Ltd being liable for over half a million pounds. Whilst, in this judgment, the judge found it in favour of the local authority, the claimant is seeking permission to appeal to the Court of Appeal. It is anticipated that if it succeeds in gaining permission to appeal that this case will provide the first opportunity for the Court of Appeal to consider the interpretation of any part of the CIL regime. James Packer is instructed as the lead solicitor handling this case, with Kate Newman, Courtney Smith and Nivi Kanel assisting.