The Supreme Court says the media may report on court proceedings, but it should not share audio or video clips from those hearings. According to reports, the Court clarifies that coverage can include descriptions of what takes place in court, including matters like arguments and orders, as long as the media does not publish the recording itself. The restriction is framed around how court proceedings are to be disseminated, with the Court emphasising that while reporting is permitted, sharing audio-visual content is not.
Both outlets’ reports convey the same broad message: journalists and news platforms can cover proceedings, but they cannot distribute audio or video recordings or clips. The guidance is presented as a rule on permissible media conduct during live court matters, rather than as a ban on commentary or written reporting. The Supreme Court’s position is therefore directed at the sharing of recorded clips, setting limits on how court hearing content can be broadcast or uploaded.
