The Act of Sederunt sets out rules for the attending civil court hearings. Substantive business is likely to be heard in person, with most procedural business attended virtually or by way of a hybrid hearing. Users can apply by motion if they wish to change the mode of attendance for their hearing at any time. Where required by the interests of justice, the court may need to take the final decision. 

The Act of Sederunt will come into force on 3 July 2023.