Inside the Criminal Courts
In our latest ‘Inside the Criminal Courts’ video we hear from Kiran, one of our business change managers. Kiran outlines how her role is helping to modernise the criminal justice system and how she supports colleagues in adapting to new ways of working.
Harrow Crown Court update
Harrow Crown Court has been closed since August 2023 when Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) was identified at the site. Since then, we have worked with staff, the judiciary and stakeholders to make sure work from the court has continued to be heard at other London sites.
Surveyors and contractors working at the court have identified additional RAAC in the roof, meaning work to remove the material is more extensive and complex than original assessments showed.
We’re working with the contractor to accelerate the works as much as possible, but now anticipate that Harrow will be ready to resume hearings from April 2025. We’ll continue to look for opportunities to bring this date forward wherever possible.
CEO's visit to Chelmsford Crown Court and Justice Centre
Nick Goodwin, HMCTS CEO posted about his experience of visiting Chelmsford Crown Court and Justice Centre. He reiterated the importance of working with colleagues to further improve teamwork across the justice system.
Reminder: Join a PET and BCM support seminar
We’re running more sessions to support defence professionals in using the digitised Preparing for Effective Trial (PET) and Better Case Management (BCM) forms in Common Platform.
We'll share guidance and best practice on how to use the PET and BCM forms effectively. We'll also tell you about planned changes and improvements.
Sessions take place outside normal court hours, beginning at 5.30pm, and last 45 minutes with a range of dates available.
Book your place now:
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