# The Family Procedure (Adoption) Rules 2005, Article 129: Order for cross-examination


(1) Where, at a hearing other than the final hearing, evidence is given in writing, any party may apply to the court for permission to cross-examine the person giving the evidence.
(2) If the court gives permission under paragraph (1) but the person in question does not attend as required by the order, his evidence may not be used unless the court gives permission.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2005/2795/article/129 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/family-procedure-adoption-rules-2005/article-129
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