Does that mean that all trials will start on the agreed date?
A. No. We would expect the vast majority of trials to begin on the date allocated. We recognise, however, that something may occur to cause the trial not to take place – an accused may plead guilty or not appear for trial – we have provided for some trials to be appointed as floating diets which may be used as “stand by” trials to ensure best use of court time and a quicker throughput of business.
