FISH & FISH LTD v SEA SHEPHERD UK AND OTHERS (THE “STEVE IRWIN”)

[2015] 1 Lloyd's Rep 593

SUPREME COURT

Before Lord Neuberger,Lord Mance,Lord Kerr,Lord Sumption,Lord Toulson

Tort – Accessory liability – Marine conservation charity alleged to have used vessel to attack claimant's bluefin tuna cages – Claimant suing UK charity, US charity and master of attacking vessel – Whether UK charity liable as joint tortfeasor – Whether attack carried out pursuant to common design involving UK charity.