Arrangements during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
29 March 2021
As a result of the pandemic, we have made changes to some of the ways that we work to take account of government guidance and requirements. We remain a fully functioning court, delivering the administration of justice and rule of law.
This webpage contains the latest advice and guidance from the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom (UKSC) in relation to the coronavirus pandemic. Please review this page regularly.
Cases
As an essential public service, the work of the UKSC continues and there are currently no plans to change scheduled hearings.
All hearings and judgments in the Easter term (13 April – 28 May 2021) will be conducted virtually, via Webex video conferencing. Members of the public can watch proceedings live and on demand via the UKSC website.
The term list for Hilary term has now been published.
UKSC judgments will be handed down on Friday mornings, via Webex, at 9.45am. Details of forthcoming judgments will be announced on the website and to media on Friday mornings, one week in advance.
The Supreme Court building
To reduce contact with others and to minimise the risk of transmission of the COVID-19 virus, we will be restricting access to the building for external visitors. Some justices, staff and contractors will continue to work in the building, as required. We have put in measures to ensure that the building is compliant with government guidance.
The Registry
We are here to help. The Registry will continue to operate remotely, accepting applications via electronic filing only. Registry is 'open' remotely from 10am to 4pm, Monday – Friday, from 1st October:
Email: registry@supremecourt.uk
Telephone: +44(0)20 7960 1900
For further information see Lord Reed's practice notice which was issued on 21 May and updated on 25 September.
Outreach, education and events
As we are restricting access to the building, we are not offering in person tours of the Supreme Court building. You can explore and learn about its history through our 360° virtual tour.
A range of learning resources for schools, colleges and universities are available to students, teachers and parents.
Following a successful pilot in the summer term, we have launched virtual tours for schools, colleges and universities. Tours are available Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm on Microsoft Teams.
Education programmes for 2020/21 are taking place.
If you have a query relating to a private event, please email events@supremecourt.uk