His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service has banned Meta smart glasses from judicial buildings across England and Wales. Anyone entering with the devices will have them confiscated and returned only on leaving, a spokesperson confirmed this week.
The decision comes after restaurants, theatres and pubs led a privacy push against what critics call 'spyware', amid fears of covert filming. The ban, reported on 11 August 2026, aligns with existing rules prohibiting images or videos in courts without permission, which can amount to contempt of court.
