Enhanced security measures to be implemented at Court of Final Appeal Building

Enhanced security measures will be implemented at the Court of Final Appeal Building starting from July 12, the Judiciary announced tonight.

Court users will be required to undergo security screening by metal detector and bag inspection when entering the building. The Judiciary will also deploy additional staff and security guards to provide guidance and assistance for court users.

Court users will not be allowed to bring water or drinks into the building upon implementation of the security screening. The Judiciary will provide drinking water. Court users are also encouraged to bring their own cups.

The Judiciary added it is inevitable that more time will be required for court users to gain access to courtrooms. It urged relevant parties and court users to arrive at the building earlier, in particular during the peak hours in the mornings or after the lunch breaks.

The Judiciary said introducing these enhanced measure aims to help ensure the safety of judges and judicial officers, Judiciary staff and court users in the building.

Security arrangements have been implemented on floors with courtrooms at the High Court Building, the Family Court and the Small Claims Tribunal as well, according to the Judiciary.

It added these arrangements are planned to be extended to cover the whole West Kowloon Law Courts Building by the end of this year.