Witness Statement Review

Hi Gary, your witness statement is detailed and well-organized. Here are a few suggestions for clarity and conciseness:
*. **Introduction**
I am Gary John Taylor, residing at The Moorings, High Street, Barnby Dun, Doncaster, DN3 1DY, the Defendant in this matter. I make this statement to support the claim against The City of Doncaster Council, specifically against representatives Scot Robert Fawcus, Miss Emily Lewin, Alan Stoves, and Damian Francis Allen.
*. **Events and Personal Impact**
- On * November *, I received notice of an interim charging order dated * October * (Exhibit GJT1).
- I oppose the Claimant's application for the interim charging order on my property. My property is defined as a Dwelling-House under Halsbury's Laws, distinct from "dwelling" in the Local Government Finance Act * (Exhibit GJT2).
*. **Violation of Individual Case Assessment**
- Bulk processing of liability orders without unique court case references contravenes principles established in *R v. Birmingham Magistrates' Court ex parte Ahmed [*] EWHC Admin ** (Exhibit GJT3).
*. **

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*. **Single Justice Procedure (SJP) Misapplication**
- The SJP, meant for minor offences, is inappropriate for complex council tax issues requiring detailed judicial review. Council tax cases should receive thorough judicial consideration (*R v. Birmingham Magistrates' Court ex parte Ahmed [*] EWHC Admin **, Exhibit GJT16).
*. **Lack of Lawful Court Orders**
- The absence of unique court case numbers for * defendants violates legal principles. This procedural error contravenes *R v. Swindon Borough Council ex parte Roberts [*] EWHC Admin ** (Exhibit GJT3).
*. **Potential Impact on Defendants**
- Bulk processing without unique court case numbers can lead to errors and unjust outcomes, denying defendants an individual review and hearing, compromising their legal and human rights.
*. **Request for Judicial Review**
- I request the court to review procedural errors and SJP misapplication. Emphasizing the need for individual case assessment ensures correct procedure, fairness, and justice.
*. **Claimant's Evidence**
- The Claimant's evidence includes an unlawful schedule of

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*. **Claimant's Evidence**
- The Claimant's evidence includes an unlawful schedule of liability orders dated * July *, listing * defendants (Exhibit GJT4). The extract on the reverse side is also an unlawful liability order (Exhibit GJT5).
- The schedule extract from * July *, including * defendants, is similarly unlawful (Exhibit GJT6).
*. **Challenge to the Liability Order**
- I requested detailed evidence from the Claimants to substantiate the debt claimed, which has not been provided satisfactorily, contravening *Steel v. NRAM Ltd [*] UKSC ** (Exhibit GJT9).
*. **Property Classification and Reassessment Based on Case Law**
- **Dwelling**: Defined for council tax purposes as properties used or suitable for use as residences, governed by the Local Government Finance Act * (Exhibit GJT10).
- **Dwelling-house**: Defined as a 'home' with essential facilities for day-to-day living, clarified in *Uratemp Ventures Ltd

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*. **Property Classification and Reassessment Based on Case Law**
- **Dwelling**: Defined for council tax purposes as properties used or suitable for residences, governed by the Local Government Finance Act * (Exhibit GJT10).
- **Dwelling-house**: Defined as a 'home' with essential facilities for day-to-day living, clarified in *Uratemp Ventures Ltd v. Collins [*] UKHL ** (Exhibit GJT14).
*. **Improper Application of Single Justice Procedure (SJP)**
- The SJP, intended for minor offences, is unsuitable for complex council tax issues needing detailed judicial review (*R v. Birmingham Magistrates' Court ex parte Ahmed [*] EWHC Admin **, Exhibit GJT16).
*. **Human Rights Act ***
- The Council's actions violated Article *, protecting the right to respect for private and family life (Exhibit GJT18).
*. **Disability Discrimination Act ***
- The Council's actions may constitute discrimination due to my health conditions, contrary to the Disability Discrimination Act *

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*. **Disability Discrimination Act ***
- The Council's actions may constitute discrimination due to my health conditions, contrary to the Disability Discrimination Act * (Exhibit GJT19). The Act mandates reasonable adjustments and prohibits unfavourable treatment based on disability.
*. **Equality Act ***
- **Indirect Discrimination**: Imposition of fines and additional costs disproportionately affects individuals with disabilities, violating equal treatment principles (Exhibit GJT21).
- **Failure to Make Reasonable Adjustments**: Despite my disability, the Council failed to adjust their approach to accommodate my health issues and financial difficulties (Exhibit GJT22).
- **Harassment**: The Council's actions over the years created an intimidating environment, constituting harassment (Exhibit GJT23).
*. **Void Orders**
- Orders made without jurisdiction or due process are void. Supported by cases such as *Anlaby v. Praetorius (*)* and *MacFoy v. United Africa Co. Ltd. [*]* (Exhibits GJT24-GJT28).
*. **Potential Damages and Remedies**

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*. **Potential Damages and Remedies**
- **Compensation for Financial Losses**: Estimated at £*,* due to fines and additional costs (Exhibit GJT29).
- **Compensation for Emotional Distress**: Estimated at £*,* for prolonged distress (Exhibit GJT30).
- **Reimbursement of Legal Costs**: Estimated at £*,* (Exhibit GJT31).
- **Reimbursement of Council Tax Payments**: Estimated at £*,* from May * to * (Exhibit GJT32).
*. **References to Case Law and Statutory Provisions**
- The council's actions contravene *Steel v. NRAM Ltd [*] UKSC ** and the *Local Government Finance Act ** (Exhibit GJT33).
- Breaches of the *Equality Act ** and the *Disability Discrimination Act ** mandate reasonable adjustments to prevent discrimination (Exhibit GJT34).
*. **Improper Application of Single Justice Procedure**
- Recent cases illustrate SJP's unsuit

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*. **Improper Application of Single Justice Procedure**
- Recent cases such as *Northern Trains Ltd v. Mark Ballington & Jade Wylie [*] EWHC* and *Greater Anglian v. Joshua Baggaley, Paul Jenkins & Sarah McKenzie [*] EWHC* illustrate SJP's unsuitability for complex matters needing detailed judicial scrutiny (Exhibit GJT35).
*. **Conclusion**
- Based on the procedural errors, discriminatory actions, and improper application of the SJP, I respectfully request the court:
- Dismiss the application for an interim charging order.
- Award compensation for financial losses, emotional distress, and legal costs as detailed above.
- Consider the legal precedents and the presented evidence in support of my claims.
**List of Exhibits**
*. **Exhibit GJT1**: Notice of interim charging order
*. **Exhibit GJT2**: Definition of "Dwelling-House" under Halsbury's Laws and the Local Government Finance Act *
*. **Exhibit GJT3**: *R v. Birmingham

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*. **Exhibit GJT3**: *R v. Birmingham Magistrates' Court ex parte Ahmed [*] EWHC Admin **.
*. **Exhibit GJT4**: Schedule liability Order dated * July *.
*. **Exhibit GJT5**: Extract on the reverse side of the Schedule liability Order dated * July *.
*. **Exhibit GJT6**: Schedule extract of liability from * July *.
*. **Exhibit GJT7**: Schedule liability order extract issued on * July *.
*. **Exhibit GJT8**: Unlawful schedule liability order issued on * July *.
*. **Exhibit GJT9**: *Steel v. NRAM Ltd [*] UKSC **.
*. **Exhibit GJT10**: Local Government Finance Act *.
*. **Exhibit GJT11**: *R (on the application of Wilson) v. Coventry City Council [*] EWHC * (Admin)*.
*. **Ex

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*. **Exhibit GJT12**: *R (on the application of East Sussex County Council) v. Roberts [*] EWCA Civ **.
*. **Exhibit GJT13**: *R (on the application of Williams) v. Horsham District Council [*] EWHC * (Admin)*.
*. **Exhibit GJT14**: *Uratemp Ventures Ltd v. Collins [*] UKHL **.
*. **Exhibit GJT15**: Evidence of consistent council tax payments despite health challenges.
*. **Exhibit GJT16**: *R v. Birmingham Magistrates' Court ex parte Ahmed [*] EWHC Admin **.
*. **Exhibit GJT17**: *Steel v. NRAM Ltd [*] UKSC **.
*. **Exhibit GJT18**: Article * of the Human Rights Act *.
*. **Exhibit GJT19**: Disability Discrimination Act *.
*. **Exhibit GJT20**: Equality Act * -

Certainly, Gary. Let's continue refining your statement for clarity and conciseness:
*. **Exhibit GJT20**: Equality Act * - Direct Discrimination.
*. **Exhibit GJT21**: Equality Act * - Indirect Discrimination.
*. **Exhibit GJT22**: Equality Act * - Failure to Make Reasonable Adjustments.
*. **Exhibit GJT23**: Equality Act * - Harassment.
*. **Exhibit GJT24**: Statement by Shirley Lewald, Solicitor Advocate.
*. **Exhibit GJT25**: *Anlaby v. Praetorius (*)*.
*. **Exhibit GJT26**: *Crane v. Director of Public Prosecutions [*]*.
*. **Exhibit GJT27**: *Craig v. Kanssen [*]*.
*. **Exhibit GJT28**: *MacFoy v. United Africa Co. Ltd. [*]*.
*. **Exhibit GJT29**: Compensation for financial losses.
*. **Exhibit GJT30**: Compensation for emotional distress.
*. **Exhibit GJT31

Certainly, Gary. Let's continue refining your statement for clarity and conciseness:
*. **Exhibit GJT31**: Reimbursement of legal costs.
*. **Exhibit GJT32**: Full reimbursement of council tax payments.
*. **Exhibit GJT33**: *Steel v. NRAM Ltd [*] UKSC ** and Local Government Finance Act *.
*. **Exhibit GJT34**: Equality Act * and Disability Discrimination Act *.
*. **Exhibit GJT35**: *Northern Trains Ltd v. Mark Ballington & Jade Wylie [*] EWHC*.
Is there any specific part of your statement you feel needs further clarification or detail?

Hi Gary, your witness statement is comprehensive and well-structured. Here are a few final suggestions for clarity and conciseness:
- Ensure all exhibits are correctly referenced and included.
- Consider summarising lengthy sections to maintain focus and brevity.
- Check for any redundant points or repetition to streamline your statement.
If there is a specific part of your statement you feel needs further clarification or detail, please let me know.

Certainly, Gary. Let's streamline your witness statement for clarity and conciseness: