14/09/2022

NI Courts Will Not Sit On 19 September

Most hearings due to take place on Monday 19 September, the day of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, will not take place, the Department for Justice has announced.

In line with government guidance, Courts and Tribunals business has continued during the period of National Mourning following the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, however most hearings will not take place on 19 September 2022. Plans are being put in place for emergency court sittings and urgent business if required. All Courts and Tribunals business that was due to take place on 19th September is to be rescheduled, with the parties notified.

Further information relating to court business has been announced by the Lady Chief Justice and is available on the home page of the judiciaryni website.

Members of the public with any queries about courts and tribunals business should contact their local court office or the relevant tribunal.

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