Writing in NLJ this week, Stephen Gold, NLJ columnist, examines new cross-jurisdiction guidance favouring remote hearings for many case management matters, some trials and dispute resolution hearings, while confirming contested family hearings should usually remain attended.
He also rounds up a series of procedural developments, including higher court and tribunal fees, new rental measures, greater land ownership transparency and fresh HMRC powers over tax avoidance promoters. Gold notes that a recent Online Procedure Rule Committee debate even turned on whether rules should say ‘shall’ or ‘will’, underlining how drafting nuances can matter.
His brisk survey shows procedural reform continues on multiple fronts, with remote participation likely to remain one of the most significant practical changes for litigators.
