[31F Proceedings and decisions]
Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 (1984 c 42) | Legislation

[31F  Proceedings and decisions]

[(1)     The family court may adjourn a hearing, and may do so at any time including a time before the hearing has begun.

(2)     Any order made by the family court—

(a)     may be absolute or conditional;

(b)     may be final or interim;

(c)     may, subject to rules of court, be made without taking evidence.

(3)     Every judgment and order of the family court is, except as provided by this or any other Act or by rules of court, final and conclusive between the parties.

(4)     Where the family court has power to require

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