The Online Procedure Rule Committee has published a draft practice direction to outline procedures for the new digital service for possession proceedings. This draft provides early visibility of rules supporting the service, set to launch in September 2026. The digital service, governed by the Online Procedure Rules 2026, will initially cover possession cases in Bradford, Caernarfon, Huddersfield, and Wandsworth postcode areas. Cases outside this phase will follow the Civil Procedure Rules. The practice direction addresses communications, hearings, evidence, and court orders but excludes matters like appeals and enforcement, which will be resolved later. Minor amendments may occur before final approval. Publication does not create legal obligations, and the final version will be released after legislative arrangements are complete. Registered social landlords in England and community landlords in Wales serving these areas are affected.
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