5 Dec 2025
IQBAL HASSAN v. TORTURE CLAIMS APPEAL BOARD / NON-REFOULEMENT CLAIMS PETITION OFFICE [Decision on Leave Application]
- Citation
- [2025] HKCFI 5363
- Court
- Court of First Instance
- Case number
- HCAL1715/2020
The application for leave is dismissed because the proposed judicial review is not reasonably arguable with a realistic prospect of success: the challenge to the Director is misconceived in light of the two‑tier USM, and the Board’s decision withstands enhanced scrutiny as it contained careful credibility findings supported by evidence, lawful application of the legal framework and no demonstrated error of law, irrationality or procedural unfairness.