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Volunteer, Magistrate, Inspiration: Carol's Story
For Volunteers’ Week 2026, we’re hearing from Carol, a magistrate for over 22 years and a true testament to what volunteering means. After losing most of her sight in 2012, she adapted, continuing to serve her community with the same dedication as ever.
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Grant funding competition to support HMCTS digital support service
Read more about the grant competition and how organisations can apply for funding
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Looking ahead: the next chapter for civil courts
Rosemary Rand and Emma Petty, Service Owners for Civil at HMCTS, reflect on a year of progress in the civil courts — from faster digital services to preparations for landmark housing legislation — and look ahead to what the next 12 months will bring.
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Criminal courts: building on progress, rising to the challenge
Craig Robb, Deputy Director and Crime Live Service Owner at HMCTS, reflects on the past year in the criminal courts – what’s been achieved, what needs to change and why he remains confident in the direction of travel.
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Sir Richard Broadbent reappointed as Chair of the HMCTS Board
Sir Richard Broadbent has been reappointed as Chair of the His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) Board.
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Victims come first in new justice law
Victims and Courts Bill receives Royal Assent to become law.
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