Customs department's appeals dismissed for default over failure to publish notice despite court orders. Lack of interest shown.

The court dismissed two appeals for default due to the appellant's failure to effect publication of notice despite multiple opportunities and adjournments. The appellant, the customs department, did not take steps to carry out the publication as ordered by the court, indicating a lack of interest in pursuing the appeals. The court noted the appellant's inaction and ultimately dismissed both appeals.

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Issues: Failure to effect publication of notice, dismissal of appeals for default

In the judgment delivered by Abdul Rehim, J., the court dealt with two appeals admitted in September 2018. Initially, notice to the respondent was ordered through speed post but was returned unserved twice due to incorrect address. Subsequently, paper publication was permitted in a widely circulated newspaper. However, despite approval of the draft publication, the appellant failed to carry out the publication and provide proof thereof, despite multiple adjournments. When the appeals were taken up for consideration, the Standing Counsel informed the court that the appellant, the customs department, had not taken steps to effect the publication. The court noted the lack of interest on the part of the appellant in pursuing the appeals and consequently dismissed both appeals for default.

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