855Notice to party to file bill

855 Notice to party to file bill

(1)  [Rule 855 Subrule (1) amended by S.R. 2003, No. 139, Applied:26 Nov 2003] If a person entitled to costs does not file a bill, the taxing officer, whether or not any application has been made by any party, may –

(a) give notice to all parties to file their bills of costs for taxation; and

(b) limit a time for that purpose.

(2)  Where a party entitled to costs neglects to file the bill of costs for taxation, the taxing officer, so as to prevent another party being prejudiced by the neglect, may –

(a) allow a nominal or other sum to the party neglecting to file the bill; and

(b) certify the sum allowed and the neglect.