Trusted News Discovery Since 2008
{{/content}}
Sheriff courts start adapting to the new normal
Video Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO
Published on June 26, 2020 - Duration: 01:02s
Sheriff courts start adapting to the new normal
Sheriff courts across Scotland have implemented social distancing measures as they move to a post-pandemic justice system that is "certainly not business as usual".
Covid-19 has forced the suspension of jury trials and led to a backlog of court cases.
Courts have now implemented restrictions and measures as staff juggle balancing public safety and public access to the justice system.