UPC CoA, 26 May 2026 : Appeal withdrawn- costs decision issued in light of submitted undertaking.

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Mzolisi Mtshaulana
IPPT20260526, UPC CoA, Hurom v NUC

Application for withdrawal of appeal granted (Rule 265 RoP).

 

Late filed comments on the application for withdrawal would not lead to different conclusion. (Rule 265.1 RoP). 

Absent any comment timely filed by Respondent following the order of the judge-rapporteur, respondent cannot be considered to have a legitimate interest in having the appeal decided by the Court. 

 

Withdrawal requires cost decision (Rule 265.2 (c) RoP, Article 69 UPCA). 

Applicant, in light of submitted undertaking to bear respondent’s reasonable and proportionate costs of representation, including other necessary expenses for the conduct of the proceedings- interpreted to cover proceedings before both Court of First Instance and Court of Appeal.

 

IPPT20260526, UPC CoA, Hurom v NUC