
Who are the Judiciary?
- Independence
- Impartiality
- Integrity
The judiciary is made up of judges, magistrates, tribunal members, and coroners.
Together, they uphold the rule of law.
Judges and other members of the judiciary oversee cases, in different types of courts and tribunals and in different areas of law across the country.
Latest judgments
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May 9, 2025
Michael Earp -v- Rex
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May 8, 2025
AB -v- WX and UK Insurance (anonymity order)
Latest news
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May 9, 2025
Consultation on the Practice Statement for schemes of arrangement under Part 26 and restructuring plans under Part 26A of the Companies Act 2006
The closing date for submissions is Friday 13 June 2025
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May 9, 2025
Family Justice Council 11th Open Meeting
Find out about the meeting on Monday 7 July 2025 from 11am-1.30pm, including how to join online
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May 8, 2025
In memoriam – The Rt Hon the Lord Etherton GBE KC PC
Read the Lady Chief Justice’s full tribute to the former Master of the Rolls and Chancellor of the High Court
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May 7, 2025
New protocol on communications between judges in Scotland, England & Wales, and Northern Ireland in cases involving adults who lack capacity, and accompanying handbook
Read more about the protocol, and use the request form and accompanying handbook