Judicial reviewIf there is no right of appeal against a decision of a public body (such as the DWP, HMRC, SSS or local authority) or, in certain circumstances, if the body is refusing to make a decision or to exercise its discretion properly, you may be able to threaten and pursue judicial review proceedings. You cannot normally take judicial review action if you have another independent means of appeal (such as to the First-tier Tribunal). You need to consult a solicitor or law centre about judicial review. You should apply for judicial review within three months of the decision you want to challenge. This time period can be extended.1s27A Court of Session Act 1988 1 s27A Court of Session Act 1988 »