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December 23, 2025
The Campaign Against Antisemitism -v- Reginald Hunter
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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 17, 2025
Serving the community with pride: A Jewish magistrate’s reflection on Chanukah
Cardiff Magistrate Lisa Gerson JP reflects on the significance of Chanukah and the importance of diverse representation within the justice system
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November 25, 2025
R -v- Graham Linehan (judgment and summary)
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November 11, 2025
Fourth Amendment to the Criminal Practice Directions 2023 – November 2025
Issued by the Lady Chief Justice, this amendment comes into force on Tuesday 18 November 2025
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November 6, 2025
Revised Lord Chancellor’s Directions affecting the magistracy
Find out more about the wide range of reforms to improve recruitment, governance, and operational efficiency across the magistracy
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November 4, 2025
R -v- Stephen Lennon
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October 28, 2025
What does Black History Month mean to Richard Hay JP?
We interviewed Magistrate Richard Hay JP, who joined the Croydon Bench in 1994
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October 23, 2025
Crown Court Compendium — October 2025
Find the latest version of this essential guide produced by the Judicial College
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October 16, 2025
New Chair of the Sentencing Council: appointment of Mrs Justice May
Find out about the judge appointed to this role at a time, in the Lady Chief Justice's words, of "essential reform for the criminal justice system"