Jolley v Sutton London Borough Council

JurisdictionEngland & Wales
CourtQueen's Bench Division
Date1998
Year1998

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  • Attorney General of the British Virgin Islands v Hartwell
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    • Privy Council
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    • House of Lords
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    • Queen's Bench Division
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