UK Family Court·Insights for litigants in person
Gap 445

Assumption: "(Publication) The court has to hold a hearing to decide whether to publish."

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What People Expect

People expect to argue about publication in person.

Court Reality

Publication can be decided on paper after written submissions. In a 2024 family court case, the parties were given a short deadline to send their views in writing and the judge decided without a further hearing.

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The Gap?

"(Publication) The court has to hold a hearing to decide whether to publish."

Court Reality

Publication can be decided on paper after written submissions. In a 2024 family court case, the parties were given a short deadline to send their views in writing and the judge decided without a further hearing.

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Published26 September 2026Last reviewed26 September 2026

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