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🧾 Applying for probate can be a challenging time. Our latest Inside HMCTS podcast episode features two experienced members of the probate team who explain the process, answer common questions, and offer tips to help guide you. 🎧 Listen here: https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2025/05/21/applying-for-probate-top-tips-tools-and-what-to-expect/
📢 We’re consulting on the proposed permanent closure of Lancaster Crown Court, which has been unused since 2019 due to accessibility and security issues. ⚖️ We want to hear from local users, legal professionals, and the community to understand the impact and explore all options. Have your say in the consultation here ⤵️ https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/proposal-on-the-future-of-lancaster-crown-court
⚖️ Unsure about what to expect after receiving a jury summons? 🎙️ Earlier this year, we released a podcast episode that provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about jury service, from the selection process to what happens in the courtroom. Listen now to gain a better understanding of your role and responsibilities as a juror ⬇️ https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2025/02/07/from-summons-to-service-your-complete-guide-to-jury-duty/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Orlo
⚖️ Attending court can be an unfamiliar and sometimes overwhelming experience. 🏛️ We've created a brief video to help you understand the key roles in the courtroom and what to expect during your appearance. ▶️ Watch now to be better prepared: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dNm6EYL1b0
🎙️ To mark #AntiKnifeCrimeWeek we're revisiting our impactful two-part podcast from an anti-knife crime event at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. 🏛️ The episode looks at the purpose of the event, showing why it’s important to get young people involved in conversations about justice in order to tackle knife crime. Listen here 🎧 ➡️ https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2024/10/29/knives-down-inside-the-community-fight-against-knife-crime-part-1/ ➡️ https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2024/11/05/knives-down-inside-the-community-fight-against-knife-crime-part-2/
Due to a building issue, Scarborough Justice Centre will be temporarily closed on Thursday 28 May and Friday 29 May 2025. We’re contacting parties whose hearings are impacted, for urgent enquiries please call 0300 123 5577 https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/scarborough-justice-centre
📽️ Check out our short highlights video from May featuring: 💻 our approach to remote participation 🎙️ practical advice from our probate podcast 🏛️ a behind-the-scenes look at jury service
📢 Scarborough Justice Centre will re-open on Monday 2 June. We thank you for your patience whilst we resolved the issue.
Our latest Inside HMCTS podcast is here to support anyone applying for probate—whether online or by paper. 🎙️ Hear from our expert team as they walk through the process, share practical tips, and explain how we’re here to help during what can be a very difficult time. 🎧 Listen now: https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2025/05/21/applying-for-probate-top-tips-tools-and-what-to-expect/
💭 Ever wondered what being a bailiff is really like, beyond the TV shows? 🎙️ Earlier this year, some of our team shared the challenges they face, the work they do day to day, and what it's like behind the scenes in a two-part podcast series. Listen here ⤵️ ➡️ https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2025/03/06/evicting-the-stereotypes-the-real-bailiffs-at-work-part-1/ ➡️ https://insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk/2025/03/14/evicting-the-stereotypes-the-real-bailiffs-at-work-part-2/