Facts
- The claimant had £10,000 held in trust for him, accessible upon reaching the age of 25
- The assisted trustees in managing the money
- The trustees had no authority to use the money
Issue
- Could the son claim the £10,000 (which was then spent) at the age of 25?
Decision
- No
Reasoning
- Ratification cannot take place once a lack of intent to ratify has been manifested
