What is a CVP hearing?

A CVP hearing refers to a court hearing conducted remotely using the Cloud Video Platform, which is a secure, internet-based video conferencing system provided by Her Majestys Courts and Tribunals Service. CVP enables judges, lawyers, parties, and witnesses to participate in hearings from different locations using a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access and a camera and microphone.

The platform is similar to Zoom or Microsoft Teams, and is secure.

CVP was introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and is commonly used for procedural, case management, or directions hearings as it enables a court to schedule hearings with greater flexibility.