Lord chief justice says we must ‘make every effort’ to maintain a functioning court system.
Emergency measure will expand availability of video and audio links in court proceedings.
Centres say wellbeing of clients, staff and volunteers is important as services shift towards phone and email.
All in-person hearings across all jurisdictions should be suspended, Bar Council says.
Designated family judge for Berkshire said physical presence in court should be ‘kept to a minimum’.
Judge grants request for parties to agree time extensions without further court order.
Requiring groups of strangers to gather closely together is contrary to government advice, says Amanda Pinto QC.
