Article 5 Introduction of hearsay evidence

In the proceedings to which these Rules apply, rules 3, 4 and 5 of the Magistrates’ Courts (Hearsay Evidence in Civil Proceedings) Rules 1999^f1 apply with the following adaptations.

A notice of hearsay evidence under rule 3 of the 1999 Rules (hearsay notices) must be served—

An application to which rule 4 or rule 5 of the 1999 Rules applies (power to call witness for cross-examination on hearsay evidence; credibility and previous inconsistent statements) must be served as soon as reasonably practicable.