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On the bench: Why magistrates matter
Nick walks us through the reality of being a magistrate, being supported by a legal adviser and making decisions that genuinely improve lives. He shares the skills he’s brought back to his day job, and why anyone aged 18-74 should consider applying.

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Leaving the legacy behind: our journey to modernise court technology
Over recent years, we’ve been undertaking a vital technological transformation to keep our justice system running. In part one, we’ll explore the modernisation journey , why it was needed and what it means for delivering justice.

Press release
Courts expansion to deliver speedier justice for victims
Former court buildings in Fleetwood, Telford, Chichester and Cirencester – used as Nightingale Courts since the pandemic - will now become permanent fixtures.

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Divorce Step by Step: Your Essential Guide
Discover how the divorce process really works, from gathering your documents to receiving your final order and learn the common mistakes that can delay your application.

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Supporting justice in action: how staff delivered urgent technical support for a high-profile trial
An urgent request arrived on the eve of a major murder trial, colleagues worked together to deliver a critical technical solution. They protected a witness’s identity, upheld the principle of Open Justice and made sure the trial could proceed fairly.

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