Refused request to be excused jury service

[Poweruser]

A few days back I received an email from HM Courts and Tribunals Service informing me I've been selected for jury service and a request to complete an form requesting additional information and providing for a request to be excused. My request for excusal was based on the fact I have cerebellar ataxia, diabetes and I am classified as clinically, extremely vulnerable and shielding during lockdown for Covid-19. I am permanently wheelchair bound and looked after 24 hours a day by my carer. My request has been refused. I have the option to appeal the refusal - has anybody been through this process and can recommend how to proceed?

[Cuds]

HiYou can apply for an excusal or deferral (if you think you could attend jury service at a later date when it is safe to do so). Complete part II of the jury summons, your reason is physical disability and if you could get a medical certificate from your GP or consultant this is your supporting document - send these 2 documents back to the address on the letter. You DO qualify for exemption. If you need more help contact the Jury Central Summoning Bureau on 03004561024

Good luck.

[Sailor_Girl]

I echo what Cuds has said. I received a similar summons last year and my GP provided me with an exemption letter.

[suzie44na]

If you can’t remember things you cannot go on jury service, if you have this problem you better tell them. I would never be able to concentrate or remember. Ask your doctor for a letter, good in sorting this problem.Suzie

[Veteran250 in reply to suzie44na]

I agree whole heartedly with advice so far...... especially the memory loss problem.... make them aware, surely one person asking to be excused isnt a major problem for them !

I am an electric wheelchair user!

Don.