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  • Lord Keen's speech on civil justice reform

    Lord Keen's keynote address on civil justice reform at the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers conference.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New chairman of HMCTS board appointed

    A new chairman will oversee the direction of the courts and tribunal service, following the retirement of current post holder Robert Ayling.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New curbs on bogus holiday sickness claims

    Holiday sickness fraudsters have been dealt a significant blow after new rules to bring pay-outs under control were given the go-ahead, Ministers revealed today.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Government bolsters crackdown on extremism in prisons

    As part of the Government’s commitment to tackling extremism, a second separation centre has been opened to curtail the influence of the most disruptive prisoners.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Appointment of Edward Timpson CBE as new CAFCASS Chair

    The Secretary of State for Justice announces the appointment of Edward Timpson CBE for a period of 3 years.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Government to review powers to deal with unauthorised caravan sites

    Government review of the law and powers to deal with unauthorised caravan sites and developments has been announced by the Housing Minister.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Crackdown on rogue bailiffs

    Bailiffs who aggressively pursue debts will come under fresh scrutiny through plans announced by ministers to tackle intimidating and inappropriate behaviour.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Justice Secretary's oral statement re: Worboys judicial review

    Oral statement from the Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary, David Gauke, in response to today’s judgment.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Statement from the Justice Secretary on judgment re: John Worboys

    Statement from the Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary, David Gauke, in response to today’s judgment

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • First domestic abuse consultation event held in Birmingham

    The event is a key part of a major government consultation on the issue, and the first of 6 to be held across the country.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Justice Secretary unveils new bill to cut car insurance premiums

    Justice Secretary David Gauke today (20 March 2018) unveiled the Civil Liability Bill, offering hope of lower insurance premiums to millions of motorists.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Dr Phillip Lee’s speech at Centre for Social Justice launch event

    Justice Minister Dr Phillip Lee speaks at the launch of the Centre for Social Justice’s ‘A Women-Centred Approach’ report.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New independent member appointed to the Judicial Pension Board

    The Lord Chancellor has announced the appointment of Russell Agius for a tenure of 2 years.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Government takes action to tackle domestic abuse

    The government has launched a consultation on domestic abuse, seeking new laws and stronger powers to protect and support survivors.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Prisons reform speech

    The Justice Secretary delivers his first major speech on prison reform at the Royal Society of Arts in London.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Transformation of Birmingham Civil Justice Centre – the future of courts and tribunals

    After an investment of £8.12m by HMCTS, Birmingham Civil Justice Centre has been transformed into "a prime example of the future of our courts and tribunals", according to CEO Susan Acland-Hood.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New Queen’s Counsel appointment ceremony speech

    Secretary of State for Justice's speech at the Queen’s Counsel appointment ceremony, recognising the barristers and solicitors who have been formally appointed to the rank of QC this year.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Fairer pay for criminal defence advocates in legal aid cases

    Today (23 February 2018) the government has announced a new payment system for defence advocates in legal aid cases in the Crown Court.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Appeal your tax bill online

    A new digital service is allowing people to submit appeals over their tax bill entirely online.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Video hearing pilot launched

    A pilot launched today will test the fully video courtroom with members of the public for the first time.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government