In an arbitration seated in England, the tribunal rejects a party's argument and the party claims the tribunal exceeded its powers. Under the Arbitration Act 1996, which statutory challenge fits?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. A challenge to the tribunal's substantive jurisdiction under section 67

  1. Step 1: The Act gives limited court supervision.
  2. Step 2: Section 67 allows a challenge to the tribunal's substantive jurisdiction and section 68 allows challenge for serious irregularity.
Answer
A challenge to the tribunal's substantive jurisdiction under section 67.
Why not the others: There is no appeal on fact; the CPR does not govern arbitration; adverse rulings are not grounds for removal.

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