Reply to "CCJ ruling will finally put PNC's dictatorial behaviour to rest."

@Former Member posted:

DG, I believe the decision is to state if they will hear the case.

FC --

Process now is to review the issues to proceed with the case before the CCJ.

CCJ information, posted on GCDF at another location ...

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