Robing pilot begins at Central Family Court

GOV UK

From Monday 15 April 2024, in a pilot intended to explore the impact of increased formality in family courts, judges sitting at Central Family Court will wear robes during proceedings. This follows concern about incidents of violent and threatening behaviour experienced by judges and court users.

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