Explanatory Memorandum

Caravans Act (Northern Ireland) 2011

2011 CHAPTER 12

16 March 2011

Commentary on Sections

Part 1: Agreements for residential occupiers on protected sites

Section 6 – Jurisdiction

Section 6 provides the county court covering the area in which the protected site is located with the jurisdiction to hear and make decisions on matters relating to residential agreements and other issues included in Part 1 of the Act. Arbitration is also available as an alternative to court proceedings where the relevant parties have agreed, in writing, to this course of action.