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The Court of Appeal

The Court of Appeal is a higher court that reviews decisions made by lower courts, such as the High Court or Crown Court, to ensure correct application of the law. It does not typically re-examine facts but focuses on whether legal principles were properly applied. If a party believes an error affected the outcome, they can request the Court of Appeal to reconsider the case. Its role is to ensure legal consistency and fairness across cases, and it has the authority to uphold, reverse, or modify lower court decisions.