Lessors claimed for arrears of rent, forfeiture of the lease and possession of the premises. The lessee admitted the arrears, advanced no defence and did not seek an adjournment. The judge, of his own motion, adjourned the hearing because the lessee, although without means at the time, had an expectation of receiving certain monies under … Continue reading Regina v A Circuit Judge (sitting at Norwich County Court) ex parte Wathen: QBD 1976