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Sir Richard Broadbent appointed Chair of HMCTS Board

Sir Richard Broadbent has been appointed as the Chair of HMCTS Board. He will oversee the leadership and direction of HMCTS as we near the end of reform.

Strategic Engagement Group meeting 

You can find updates on our Reform Programme, as well as high-level project summaries, in the notes of the latest Strategic Engagement Group meeting with legal professional associations. The summary includes updates on Common Platform and Adoption Reform Project.

Crime 

Pre-recorded cross examination 

Improving support for children going to court as witnesses

We’ve launched animated video guides to support children going to court and improve the experience for the most vulnerable.

Common Platform 

Book your space at a drop in session

Defence solicitors and barristers can join one of our regular online support sessions to get help with using Common Platform – email us to book your place. We’ll answer questions, offer advice and help with troubleshooting. Sessions take place on 📅 Tuesdays at 🕐 4:30pm and 📅 Thursdays at 🕐 9am.

For details on using Common Platform, watch our videos on how to use Common Platform and account registration and security. You can also read our how-to guides. 

Read the HMCTS Update on GOV.UK.

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