A decision to open temporary court rooms in cinemas during the coronavirus pandemic has cost taxpayers almost £30 million, it can be revealed.
The Odeon chain has so far raked in £26,166,092 over the last two years while Vue was paid £1,882,356 by the Scottish Courts service, figures uncovered by the Record show.
Jurors were unable to attend regular court buildings due to strict social distancing measures so were forced to watch proceedings via video link in theatres.
