On 17 March 2026, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) delivered reasons for its decision in Harry Panday v Malcolm Panday and Deosaran David, a matter originating from Guyana. On 17 December 2025, the Court had granted special leave to appeal, that is, permission to appeal, allowed the appeal, and remitted the matter to the High Court of Guyana to be heard before a different Judge. In its reasons, the Court outlined the procedural framework on how courts should approach striking out applications and/or deficient statements of claims/pleadings, that is, those that may lack a reasonable cause of action or sufficient particulars/facts.
Access the full media release here: Media release 12_2026
Access the judgment here: 2026_CCJ_4_AJ_GY