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Modernising Crime Services: Reflecting on Reform's Impact

As we conclude our Reform Programme, the Common Platform digital system has streamlined case processing, improving efficiency and transparency. While challenges remain, we've made significant progress toward a more effective and accessible justice system.

Building the Future of Criminal Justice: Our Vision for 2025 and Beyond (Part 2)

Operations Director, Daniel Flury outlines the vision for a more efficient criminal justice system by 2025, focusing on streamlining processes, improving case management, and investing in technology and people to create a more accessible and responsive system.

The State of Play In Our Criminal Courts: Challenges and Current Actions (Part 1) 

Daniel Flury, Operations Director at HMCTS, discusses the ongoing challenges in the criminal courts and the actions being taken to improve efficiency and reduce delays. From addressing case backlogs to streamlining processes, he outlines key efforts to strengthen the justice system.

Shining a light on interpretation in our courts and tribunals

Interpreters are a vital part of the justice system. Through their skills we meet our duty to provide access to justice and ensure everyone involved in a hearing can understand proceedings.

Shaping civil justice: reflecting on successes and looking to the future 

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Civil justice helps resolve disputes, from small claims to complex corporate cases. In 2024, County Courts launched a digital service for damages and money claims up to £25,000, streamlining the process for legal representatives. Jason Latham, HMCTS Development Director, reflects on this progress and looks ahead to 2025.

From Summons to Service: Your Complete Guide to Jury Duty

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Have you ever wondered how you get selected to sit on a jury and what happens once you are chosen? Join us as we chat to Craig Robb, Deputy Director of Crime (Live Services) at HMCTS, who sheds light on the jury selection process, the importance of jury service, and what to expect when you're called to serve.