In Series 5, Episode 1 of Talking Family Law – The Resolution Podcast, Darren Howe KC joins Natasha Watson, Head of Law at Brighton & Hove City Council, for a thought-provoking discussion on the use of covert recordings in family court proceedings.
This episode explores the growing prevalence of surveillance technologies—such as tracking apps and hidden audio recordings—and their evidential role in cases involving domestic abuse, child welfare, and parental disputes. Darren and Natasha unpack the legal, ethical, and safeguarding concerns raised when such recordings are introduced in court, drawing on recent case law and professional experience.
The full podcast is available on Apple here and Spotify here.
