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Court of Session livestream

Watch a hearing live from the Court of Session

Watch live Summar Roll hearings from the Inner House of the Court of Session. Upcoming hearings before the First and Second Divisions can be found in the schedule along with supporting case Summaries, and Judgments where available.

Welcome to Court of Session Live

Livestream is available when the hearing begins. Please be advised that there may be a short delay to the start time. Find out about restrictions on livestreaming.

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Restrictions on livestreaming

Hearings are livestreamed as part of the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service’s commitment to open justice.

The public and the media are welcome to view the proceedings.

Please note that recording, storing or broadcasting the proceedings is only possible if permitted under the law on fair dealing or if authorised by the Lord President under the Judicial Office for Scotland Broadcast Protocol.

Any unauthorised capture, re-use, re-editing or redistribution of the material could attract liability for breach of copyright, in addition to the possibility of contempt of court proceedings.

Guidance on livestreaming