Video Link in UK Law
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Polanski v The Conde Nast Publications Ltd
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It seems to me however that as a starting point it is important to recall that although evidence given in court is still often the best as well as the normal way of giving oral evidence, in view of technological developments, evidence by video link is both an efficient and an effective way of providing oral evidence both in chief and in cross examination. Thomas LJ's opinion was very much to the same effect.
It is the factor that leaves me in no doubt that the general rule should be that the fugitive's unwillingness to come to this country is not in itself a reason for refusing to allow his evidence to be given through a video conference link. So long as the claimant remains where he is, and irrespective of whether or not the order is made, those processes will be incapable of reaching him if he is a member of that class of fugitives that cannot be extradited.
But it would be a strong thing indeed to use such case management powers to exclude the admissible evidence of one of the parties on the central facts of the case. It might be grossly unjust to the other party, even contrary to his right to a fair trial under article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights, to decide a claim principally on the untested evidence of a party who had not been subject to cross-examination of any sort.
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Re W (Children)
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The family court will have to be realistic in evaluating how effective it can be in maximising the advantage while minimising the harm. There are things that the court can do but they are not things that it is used to doing at present. It is not limited by the usual courtroom procedures or to applying the special measures by analogy.
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Polanski v The Conde Nast Publications Ltd
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He further stated that in his experience "there is in most cases very little, if any, actual disadvantage or prejudice to either side when [VCF evidence is given by vulnerable witnesses in criminal cases]" and that "the process of cross-examination takes place as naturally and freely as when a witness is present in the court room".
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R (DPP) v Redbridge Youth Court
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Again the court is required to strike a balance, on this occasion between the right of the defendant to have a hearing in accordance with the norm and the need to provide protection in accordance with the legislative purpose, in the interests not only of the child witness but also of justice, to ensure that the witness will be able to give evidence and give evidence unaffected by the stress of appearing in court itself.
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Macmillan Inc. v Bishopsgate Investment Trust Plc (No. 3)
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However, classification of an issue and rule of law for this purpose, the underlying principle of which is to strive for comity between competing legal systems, should not be constrained by particular notions or distinctions of the domestic law of the lex fori, or that of the competing system of law, which may have no counterpart in the other's system.
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Coronavirus Act 2020
... ... 7), s. 89 (with s. 90) ... Courts and tribunals: use of video and audio technology ... 53: Expansion of availability of live links in ... 32), ss. 201(1), 208(5)(z) ... Use of live link in sentencing hearings ... (4) ... ...
- The Tribunal Procedure (Upper Tribunal) Rules 2008
- The Tribunal Procedure (First-tier Tribunal) (Social Entitlement Chamber) Rules 2008
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The General Pharmaceutical Council (Amendment) Rules Order of Council 2022
... ... (b) to be present at a meeting or hearing by teleconference or video link; ... (b)(b) after the definition of “parties” insert— ... ...
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Now — Conferences by Video Link
The traditional nature of conferences could change dramatically as video‐conferencing is more widely practised. This alternative is more economic, can be recorded for a permanent reference, is inte...
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Using Video Link to Take Forensic Evidence—Lessons from an Australian Case Study
This article examines the use of audio-visual communications technology (specifically, video link) to enable courts to receive forensic evidence in criminal cases. It outlines the legislative power...
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Taking Child Witnesses Out of the Crown Court: A Live Link Initiative
This article describes an innovative project in England whereby child witnesses gave evidence via a video link from a building away from the court complex. The research indicates that this was seen...... ... of Plymouth, UK ABSTRACT This article describes an innovative project in England whereby child witnesses gave evidence via a video link from a building away from the court complex. The research indicates that this was seen as an effective method for children ... ...
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A ‘Special’ Delivery? Exploring the Impact of Screens, Live-Links and Video-Recorded Evidence on Mock Juror Deliberation in Rape Trials
This article discusses the findings of a study in which 160 volunteer members of the public observed one of four mini rape trial reconstructions and were asked to deliberate as a group towards a ve...... ... available in England and W ales to adult sexual offence complainants b y the YouthJustice and Criminal Evidence A ct 1999 , namely (1) live-link s; (2) video-recorded ev idence-in-chief followed by live-l ink cross-examina tion and (3) protectiv e screens. Followinga careful and contextual ... ...
- Copyright In The Digital Single Market Link Tax (Video)
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UK: Hogan Lovells’ annual London Patent Conference links with Silicon Valley
Hogan Lovells’ IP team will hold its annual Patents Conference, on 4 November 2015. This year’s event will feature a panel discussion via live video link to our team in the U.S. at Hogan Lovells’ L...
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The perils of giving video evidence
If evidence is to be given remotely, via video link, from another country, be sure to check that this is permitted by the laws of that country. Please see full Publication below for more informa......If evidence is to be given remotely, via video link, from another country, be sure to check that this is permitted by the laws of that country ... One of the many ways that litigation has been ... ...
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Remote Evidence in English Courts: Some Timely Reminders
Parties seeking to rely on video-link evidence should plan ahead and, where necessary, obtain local and foreign court approval. The COVID-19 pandemic has (albeit by necessity) ushered in a move......Parties seeking to rely on video-link evidence should plan ahead and, where necessary, obtain local and ... ...
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Case management information sheet
Commercial Court forms including claims and application notices.... ... (e) Do you wish any witness to give oral evidence by video link? Please give his or her name, or explain why this is not being done ... ...
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Royal Courts of Justice Family Video Conferencing Booking Request
Family forms including the form to apply for a non-molestation order or an occupation order (Form FL401).... ... Administration Fee ... £50.00 + VAT for each link. This is an administration fee and includes a test call to ensure accuracy, verification of systems and network compatibility to avoid potential ... ...
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Apply for release on bail from immigration detention
Immigration and Asylum Tribunal forms including the form to appeal a visa or immigration decision.... ... The hearing of this bail application ... may be by a video link. If it is you ... will remain at the detention centre ... Where ... ...
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Application to be released on SIAC bail (SIAC B1)
Special Immigration Appeals Commission forms including notice of appeal.... ... application may be conducted by ... a video link during which you will ... remain in the place of detention ... Where ... ...