Insertion of new rule 36.3

4.  After rule 36.2 insert—

Temporary modifications for coronavirus or other emergency

36.3.   Practice Directions may modify or disapply any provision of these rules—

(a) for specified periods; and

(b) in relation to proceedings in specified courts,

in order to address issues for the work of the courts arising from the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) outbreak or any other public emergency.”.