Despite fierce accusations from within the senior echelons of the legal profession that the Government has failed to comprehend the Courts’ standing as an essential institution of the State, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) this week announced it will push ahead with the first stage of its proposals to overhaul court fees in civil claims.taking effect from 22 April.
A graduated fee will be applied to compensation claims of £5,000 upwards, with the fee capped at £1,920 for claims in excess of £300,000. Smaller claims will face smaller or no charges.
