A document other than a claim form is sent by first class post on Friday 8 March. When is it deemed served under CPR 6.26?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Monday 11 March
- Step 1: For documents other than claim forms posted first class, CPR 6.26 deems service on the second day after posting if it is a business day.
- Step 2: If the second day is not a business day, service is on the next business day, so Sunday 10 March gives Monday 11 March.
Answer
Monday 11 March.
Why not the others: Sunday is not a business day; same-day service is not for post; the two-business-day rule is for claim forms.
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