What is the ratio in Scammell v Ouston?

Agreements must contain sufficiently certain terms to be enforceable; courts cannot make contracts for parties where essential terms remain vague or undefined.

What did the court decide in Scammell v Ouston?

The House of Lords held that no binding contract existed because 'hire purchase terms' was too vague and uncertain to be enforceable.

Why is Scammell v Ouston important for contract law?

It establishes fundamental principles about contractual certainty and demonstrates the limits of how far courts will go to save uncertain agreements.

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