The authority of an arbitrator is personal and ceases on his death.
Unless otherwise agreed by the parties, the death of the person by whom an arbitrator was appointed does not revoke the arbitrator's authority.
Section 26: Death of arbitrator or person appointing him.
Arbitration Act 1996 · 1996 c. 23View on legislation.gov.uk
Part I: Arbitration pursuant to an arbitration agreement
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