2.6.—(1) Practice directions may make provision for the operation of pilot schemes for assessing the use of new practices and procedures in connection with proceedings—
(a)for specified periods; and
(b)in relation to proceedings—
(i)in specified parts of the country; or
(ii)relating to specified types of application.
(2) Practice directions may modify or disapply any provision of these Rules during the operation of such pilot schemes.