Use of remote hearings to maintain justice during the coronavirus outbreak

Audio and video technology has long played a part in our justice system, and has become crucial to maintaining justice during the coronavirus pandemic.

In this webinar, we will discuss how we have swiftly expanded our use of technology so that we can hold more video and audio hearings across all jurisdictions, subject to judicial discretion. We will also cover forthcoming plans for the use of new technology. The panel will show a demonstration of how it works and offer an opportunity for you to ask any questions.

Planned speakers include:

Rosie Rand, Service Owner, Future Hearings Programme, HMCTS

Tim Britten, Deputy Director for Portfolio Delivery, HMCTS

Michelle Filby, Deputy Director, Crime Programme, HMCTS

Mark Fenhalls QC, Leader, South Eastern Circuit

You will have the chance to hear about and discuss:

• How remote hearings have helped maintain justice during the coronavirus outbreak
• The guidance and support which is available on use of the audio and video technology
• The steps we have taken to reduce some of the potential issues facing some court users when engaging with remote hearings
• What is working well with remote hearings and what could be improved.

This event is aimed at all legal professionals and professional court users who have used remote hearings or will do so in the future. It will last between 40-60 minutes.

Due to time constraints, content from this webinar will be restricted to audio and video hearings and the use of remote technology to maintain justice during the coronavirus outbreak. It won’t cover operational plans or arrangements at specific locations, or wider issues involving HMCTS and the justice system.

During the online event, you’ll be able to submit questions and the presenters will aim to answer as many as possible in real time. We’ll respond afterwards to questions not answered during the event.

You can also submit questions in advance by email to changesomethingthatmatters@justice.gov.uk. Please include your name, area of practice and organisation with your questions. Please note that the event will be recorded and available to watch afterwards.

We will also keep your contact details on file until the end of the HMCTS reform programme to inform you about other similar events. If you do not consent to us using your contact details, if you have any queries, or you wish to be removed from the database, please email changesomethingthatmatters@justice.gov.uk

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