Parts 18 and 19 applications

Introduction

The Family Procedure Rules 2010 (FPR 2010) codify the general applications procedure in family proceedings at FPR 2010, SI 2010/2955, Pts 18 and 19, which apply to applications made in proceedings save in relation to particular applications that are provided for elsewhere in the rules.

Part 18

FPR 2010, SI 2010/2955, Pt 18, supplemented by FPR 2010, PD 18A, sets out the procedure where:

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a party wishes to make an application within existing family proceedings
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a party wishes to start proceedings where no other procedure is prescribed by the rules or in connection with proceedings that have been concluded, or
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a party wishes to make an application in connection with proceedings which have been concluded

The rules prescribe that the FPR 2010, SI 2010/2955, Pt 18 procedure should be followed in connection with certain specific applications. Most applications

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