Digital services

Leaving the legacy behind: our journey to modernise court technology   

This two-part blog series looks back at our behind-the-scenes technological transformation. In part one, we look at the overall modernisation journey – why it was necessary, the scale of the challenge and what it means for justice delivery.

Supporting justice in action: how staff delivered urgent technical support for a high-profile trial 

When an urgent request arrived on the eve of a major murder trial, colleagues from across HMCTS worked together to deliver a critical technical solution. They protected a witness’s identity, upheld the principle of Open Justice and made sure the trial could proceed fairly.

Celebrating Excellence: HMCTS National Awards Showcase Innovation, Compassion and Justice in Action

The annual HMCTS National Awards celebrate staff who exemplify our values through innovation, crisis response and commitment to putting people first.

HMCTS is accelerating the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the courts and tribunals 

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We’re transforming how we deliver justice through the strategic and responsible adoption of AI. As we continue to modernise the courts and tribunals, we're exploring how AI can support better outcomes for users. 

Justice Connected: Inside Common Platform

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Discover how Common Platform is joining the dots in criminal justice. In this podcast, we explore how this unified digital system is making information more accessible, improving collaboration, and modernising the court process for everyone involved in a case.

The Final Countdown: Reflecting on the modernisation journey for courts and tribunals

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The HMCTS Reform Programme was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the way people access and engage with the justice system. In this episode, we reflect on its impacts, the challenges the programme faced along the way, and what the future holds for HMCTS.