ABSTRACT
In R v Kingston-upon-Thames ]ustices ex p Martin [1994] Imm AR 172, it was said that the following factors should be taken into account in deciding whether or not to grant an adjournment:
• the importance of the proceedings; • the likely adverse consequences for the person seeking the adjournment; • the risk of prejudice if the application is not granted; • the convenience of the court; • the interests of justice in ensuring that cases are dealt with efficiently; and • the extent to which the applicant has been responsible for the circumstances which have led
to the application for an adjournment.
