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More than 1000 new magistrates recruited in 2018
A new national recruitment process, designed by HM Courts and Tribunals Service and the judiciary, is helping to boost the number of new recruits.
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New programme to boost judicial diversity
Lawyers from underrepresented groups will be better supported to become judges following the launch of a new online education programme today (24 April 2019).
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‘Upskirting’ law comes into force
Offenders face up to 2 years in jail, with most serious put on sex offenders register.
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New divorce law to end the blame game
New legislation to overhaul divorce law and reduce family conflict.
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New support for witnesses of serious violence and murder
Justice Secretary announces extra support to those who witness homicide and serious violence.
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Prison Drugs Strategy unveiled
A strategy setting out the full extent of the government’s efforts to tackle drugs in prisons has been published today (3 April 2019).
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