The arrangements will support the public heath response by reducing the requirement for physical attendance at courts or hearings whenever possible, reducing the risk to staff, judiciary and all court users.

These arrangements prioritise essential or exceptional business and have been made with intent to support a managed recovery when that is possible.

The offices of the courts and tribunals and the Office of the Public Guardian will remain open to ensure that essential business can still be dealt with. However, unless individuals are required for proceedings they should not attend courts or tribunal premises. These arrangements will be reviewed regularly.

For full details of the changes go to www.scotcourts.gov.uk