In Re: Application by Charles Byamugisha v Masindi Town Council
In Re: Application by Charles Byamugisha v Masindi Town Council (Civil Application No. 16 of 2004) [2004] UGCommC 28 (9 September 2004)
The court found that the applicant had sufficient interest in the matter as the transportation fees directly affected him. The application was filed within the prescribed three-month period, as the relevant action by the respondent occurred on 6th August 2004. The court considered whether it was just and convenient to grant leave for judicial review, noting that the relief sought would affect only the applicant while other transporters continued to pay the fees. The court acknowledged the urgency due to the threat of imminent action by the respondent and the statutory notice requirement that…
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- Judicial Review
- Local Government Fees
- Mandamus Prohibition Certiorari