Succession Act 1965 section 119

Proceedings to be in chambers

Section 119 requires that all court proceedings relating to this Part of the Act must be heard in chambers rather than in open court.

• All court proceedings under this Part of the Succession Act 1965 must be conducted in chambers.
• Hearings in chambers take place privately, meaning the public and press are not entitled to attend.
• This ensures that sensitive family and estate matters are dealt with confidentially.
• The requirement is mandatory — there is no discretion for the court to direct a public hearing under this provision.