There Are a Number of Distinct Parts to the Arbitration

question 20

Multiple Choice

There are a number of distinct parts to the Arbitration Act 1996. Match up the sections with their meaning
-Powers of the arbitrator

• A)The AA 1950 allowed for either party to the proceedings to have questions of law authoritatively determined by the High Court through the procedure of ' case stated '
• B)Section 30 provides that, unless the parties agree otherwise, the arbitrator can rule on questions relating to jurisdiction in certain situations
• C)Where one party seeks to start a court action, contrary to a valid arbitration agreement, then the other party may request the court to stay the litigation in favour of the arbitration agreement under ss 9-11 of the AA 1997
• D)It is signifi cant that most of the provisions set out in the AA 1996 are not compulsory