Pilot schemes

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This topic contains details of pilot schemes that are or have been operated by the civil courts.

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Practice Note: Tracker—pilot schemes—Dispute Resolution provides a list of relevant pilot schemes which are currently operating in the civil courts. It provides brief details of each pilot scheme and links to Practice Notes and News Analyses for further information.

Pilot schemes—current

The following content provides information about pilot schemes currently in operation:

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