It is at least arguable that clause 45(1) of Schedule 9 of the RTW Act is not confined to circumstances where a claim under the repealed Act failed, and that the availability of an ex gratia payment under clause 45 may evince an intention to exclude claims being brought under clause 29(1)(a). The substantive question of which transitional provision is predominant remains to be determined on appeal.
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