CPR 18 should not be used in which type of matters?

• A. Trivial Matters
• B. Matters Reasonably Necessary
• C. Proportionate Matters
• D. Urgent Matters

Answer: (A)

CPR 18 is a tool for obtaining further information or clarification about statements of case, but it should only be used when the issue truly needs clarifying to move the case forward and when the request is proportionate to the dispute. The aim is to narrow or resolve real points of contention without causing unnecessary delay or cost. In trivial matters, using CPR 18 would be disproportionate and waste court time and resources, since there isn’t a meaningful clarification to be gained. So, the rule is best avoided for matters that are plainly minor or obvious. In contrast, CPR 18 can be appropriate where the information sought is reasonably necessary to respond to the claim, to clarify a significant point, or where urgent clarity could prevent delay.