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OPRC publishes response summary to Online Procedure Rules 2026 consultation

The Online Procedure Rule Committee (OPRC) has published a summary of responses to its consultation on the draft Online Procedure (Core Rules and Pilot Schemes) Rules 2026. The consultation received 28 responses from a diverse range of participants, who were broadly supportive of the principles-based framework for online proceedings. However, they provided constructive feedback on several key areas, such as digital inclusion measures, integration with existing procedural frameworks, service and hearing mechanics and transparent governance of pilot schemes. Initially, the new rules will apply only to possession proceedings, with the broader aim of creating accessible and proportionate online processes across civil, family, and tribunals jurisdictions. The OPRC has committed to considering the feedback as it continues to refine the rules and develop the supporting materials prior to publication.

Failure to tick box certifying compliance with indemnity principle does not of itself invalidate the bill of costs (Duffy v Birmingham City Council)

Dispute Resolution analysis: The Court of Appeal confirmed that a bill of costs is not rendered invalid merely because it omits an express statement confirming compliance with the indemnity principle. While the CPR require such certification, its absence constitutes a procedural defect rather than rendering the bill a nullity. The decision clarifies that a solicitor’s signature on a bill itself implicitly confirms compliance with the indemnity principle and that a paying party wishing to challenge defects in a bill should do so through the detailed assessment process. Written by Shilpa Shah, senior partner of Ropewalk Chambers.

Dyson settles factory workers forced labour claims

Law360, London: A group of workers suing Dyson over alleged forced labour when they made components at Malaysian factories have settled their claim against the electronics manufacturer, their lawyers said on 9 March 2026.

The Rehabilitation Code—An addendum for OIC Portal claims

PI & Clinical Negligence analysis: In the first major change to the Rehabilitation Code since the 2015 update, an Addendum drafted by a cross-industry working group has been published with the aim of improving how rehabilitation is delivered for claims within the Online Injury Claims (OIC) portal. Written by Kevan Smith, Emma Fuller and Kate Archer at DAC Beachcroft.

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