In this episode of Inside HMCTS, Melissa visits Derby Justice Centre, joined by senior legal advisor Glyn to explore the history of the Shire Hall, built in 1665, from its origins as a mediaeval court and public entertainment space to its links with the Pentrich Martyrs and a hidden underground dungeon.
Behind every case that comes through our criminal courts is a person. They could be a witness who must relive a frightening experience to give their evidence. Sometimes it's a member of the public serving on a jury. And sometimes it's someone who, for reasons of disability or vulnerability, needs the system to adapt a little so that they …
In this episode of Inside HMCTS, Matt from our counter fraud team explains how scammers are targeting the public by pretending to be HMCTS. He shares the warning signs to look out for, how to spot fraudulent calls and emails, what to do if you think you've been targeted, and where to report suspicious activity. …
User-centred design plays an important role in helping us create services that are simpler more accessible. In this blog, we explore how our content and interaction designers are improving justice services across HMCTS, and why we're recruiting senior leaders to help shape the future of services used by millions of people.
User-centred design helps us create justice services that work for the people who use and deliver them. Learn how HMCTS is growing its design capability to support service improvement, build expertise and shape the future of justice services.
Tracy Parker-Priest reflects on a year of significant change across tribunals, from increased digital uptake to implementing new policy change. She shares what's been achieved, what's ahead, and how tribunals are continuing to serve the people who need them most.
Rupert Morgan, Property Director at HMCTS, reflects on a year of real progress from a new courthouse roof in Nottingham to a brand new tribunals centre in London and looks ahead to an ambitious programme of investment and improvement.
In this episode, a Delivery Director shares their journey to senior leadership and outlines a strategy to make careers in the justice system accessible to all. Social mobility ambassadors then share their outreach experiences and the impact of this work.
In this blog, Gary O’Reilly explains how HMCTS is taking a careful and responsible approach to adopting artificial intelligence, and how it is being used to support staff and improve justice services.
For Volunteers' Week 2026, we're hearing from Carol Trigg, a magistrate for over 22 years and a true testament to what volunteering means. After losing most of her sight in 2012, Carol could have stepped away. Instead, she adapted, continuing to serve her community with the same dedication as ever.
Adam Lennon reflects on progress in family justice — from faster probate grants to the majority of divorce applications being made online, and looks forwards to Child Focused Courts, helping families to resolve disputes more quickly.
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