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Outdoor civil wedding and partnership ceremonies in England and Wales are set to be legalised for the first time – offering greater choice to couples in a boost to the wedding sector.
Response to rape overhauled
Press release
Sweeping reforms to increase the number of rape cases reaching court while bolstering support for victims have been unveiled by the government today (18 June 2021).
Boost for open justice as court judgments get new home
Press release
Important court and tribunal judgments will be available via The National Archives for the first time, increasing transparency and securing free access for all.
The Lord Chancellor shares his views on how tailored prisoner education can help us to build back a better and safer country for all.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and prisons
Guidance
Guidance for families and friends of people in prison in England and Wales during the coronavirus pandemic.
This page provides advice and guidance for all court and tribunal users during the (COVID-19) pandemic and will be updated when new advice is available.
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