Mr. Ken Murphy:

We could add that this is happening all over the world. Remote hearings are now happening in many other jurisdictions from which we can learn. The justice system should be investing in this because it is the way of the future - not for all cases and perhaps not even for a majority of cases, but for many cases. Ireland is seeking, with the backing of the Government, to present itself as a forum for the resolution of international disputes of all kinds, particularly major international commercial cases. Such disputes may have no particular connection with this jurisdiction but Ireland could be a useful forum for their resolution. As such, having cutting-edge technology in our courts is the way to go. The Law Society of Ireland unhesitatingly recommends having cutting-edge technology in our courts to facilitate remote hearings.