CIVIL PROCEDURE — Jurisdiction — Contempt of Court Proceedings Take Precedence Where Contempt Is Extrinsic to Substantive Suit

Contempt is extrinsic to the substantive suit and may be dealt with first. The principle applies to civil procedure. The court has discretion to prioritise contempt. The rule ensures that judicial authority is upheld. The substantive jurisdiction issue is separate. The principle is well-established.