An action founded on tort shall not be brought after the expiration of six years from the date on which the cause of action accrued.
Section 2: Time limit for actions founded on tort.
Limitation Act 1980 · 1980 c. 58View on legislation.gov.uk
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- Limitation Act 1980
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Part I: Ordinary Time Limits for Different Classes of Action
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