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The text reads: member blog, Sarah Sawyerr. It is accompanied by Sarah's photo.

8 April 2024

Diversity, disparity and inclusion

Diversity and inclusion: What we’ve been doing, and how to get involved

Sarah Sawyerr, diversity and inclusion committee representative for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic network, shares a round-up of the committee’s and networks’ recent work.

3 April 2024

Wider justice system

A call to retired members: join our Magistrates in the Community Initiative

In this blog, we talk about how our retired members can play an active role in promoting the magistracy and engaging their local communities.

31 March 2024

Adult court matters Wider justice system Youth court matters

Magistrates’ Association in the news: March 2024

A round-up of our recent media coverage

The text reads: position statement, Single Justice Procedure

26 March 2024

Adult court matters Practicalities of being a magistrate Wider justice system

Single Justice Procedure needs reform, say Magistrates

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