Diversity and Inclusion
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July 9, 2026
Judicial diversity statistics 2026 – statement from the Lady Chief Justice
Judicial diversity statistics for 2026 have been released today, including, for the first time, data on socio-economic background, sexual orientation, and religion or belief
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July 8, 2026
New protocol sets out an informal resolution route if legal professionals have a concern about a judge’s behaviour
The protocol aims to give legal professionals clarity in raising concerns informally
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July 8, 2026
Joint statement from the LCJ, SPT and Bar Council: Tackling bullying, harassment and discrimination
Read the joint statement between the Lady Chief Justice, the Senior President of Tribunals and the Bar Council on tackling bullying, harassment and discrimination
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May 22, 2026
Lady Chief Justice to co-chair new Judicial and Legal Diversity Board
Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill will co-chair the board, alongside the Lord Chancellor, in a continued commitment to improving diversity within the judiciary
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March 26, 2026
“You don’t realise that being a judge is actually in reach”: Law students visit Royal Courts of Justice
Students from the University of West London spent the day at the Royal Courts of Justice, with the chance to meet High Court and Tribunal judges and learn about the running of courts and tribunals
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March 20, 2026
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Hina Rai shares her reflections on Eid-Al-Fitr
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Hina Rai shares her experience of celebrating Eid-Al-Fitr
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February 6, 2026
Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales visits Cardiff pupils to discuss the rule of law in society
The Rt Hon the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill visited Cathays High School on Wednesday 4 February 2026
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January 21, 2026
Judicial Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2026-2030 launched
The new diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategy has been published today, setting out a framework for the judiciary’s D&I work the next five years
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December 22, 2025
Shining light in dark places: A magistrate’s reflection on faith and service this Christmas
In a personal reflection for Christmas, Family Court magistrate Elliot Curryer JP explores how his Christian faith shapes his approach to public service
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December 19, 2025
Interns gain insight at the High Court and Court of Appeal
Aspiring barristers from underrepresented groups complete a transformative week at the High Court and Court of Appeal as part of ‘Bridging the Bar’