A singer contracts to perform at a concert but refuses to attend. The organiser asks the court to order her to perform. Under English law, what is the court most likely to do?

Correct answer: B) Refuse specific performance, because the courts will not order performance of contracts for personal services, and award damages instead

Explanation

Specific performance is discretionary and is not granted for contracts of personal service, because forcing someone to work would be oppressive and impossible to supervise. The organiser would be awarded damages. In some cases an injunction may restrain the singer from performing elsewhere in breach of an express negative stipulation.