Re John Conrad Russell and Katharine Jane Russell by their next friend and trustees.

Maw tells Davies that "the independent trustees have suggested that all questions of dispute between Lord and Lady Russell as to the construction and effect of the provisions of the deed of separation relevant to the children should be referred to an independent arbitrator." Maw tells Davies he is in full support of this decision.

"I hope I am not quibbling but I do repeat that Lady Russell has throughout held the view that the future of the children should not be made the subject of litigation and I am sorry that you find that statement quite unintelligible."

Maw informs Davies that an affidavit is necessary to support an application to amend the petition, which has been drawn; however, Dora needs to swear on it and cannot do so until Monday.