McALISTER v. FORTH PILOTAGE AUTHORITY.

(1943) 76 Ll L Rep 32

COURT OF SESSION.

Before Lord Patrick.

Pilotage-By-laws-Distribution from pool of pilotage dues-Whether by-law ultra vires -Forth (Trinity Howe of Leith) Pilotage Authority By-laws made in pursuance of powers conferred by Sect. 17 of Pilotage Act, 1913-Art. 77: "Should any question arise regarding the distribution of the said Inward Firth Pool amongst the pilots entitled to share therein, such question shall be referred to the Authority, whose decision shall be final"-Action brought by pilot for declarator that Art. 77 was ultra vires in whole or in part -Right to bring action-Pilotage Act, 1913, Sects. 17, 18.