What does the training, learning and development committee do?
The committee helps shape national policy and practice around magistrates’ training. We work in partnership with the Judicial College to produce learning materials, and committee members help the College develop its core training offer. The committee also supports the relationships between local TAAACs and branches, and oversees Magistrates in the Community, our community outreach programme.
Current priorities
The committee is working to:
- develop a learning resource to support the Guide to Judicial Conduct
- develop further bite-sized learning funded by the Judicial College
- advocate for members via the Judicial College training sub-committee
- improve the reach of, and materials for, Magistrates in the Community
Appointment to the committee
Vacancies on the committee are advertised in the summer each year. Appointment is based on merit and ensuring balance among committee members. The Chair makes recommendations for appointment to the MA policy board, who have final approval.
Committee members
- Chair: Ben Paolozzi JP, West Yorkshire
- Deputy Chair: Stephen Jenkins JP, West Glamorgan
- Deputy Chair: Jacqui MacDonald-Davis JP, Central and North London
- Kate Bayley JP, North West Wales
- Daniel Brennan JP, Nottinghamshire
- Malcolm Hogarth JP, Suffolk
- Rachel Medcalf JP, Greater Manchester
- Beverley Payne JP, Wiltshire
- Alaric Pritchard JP, North Northumbria
- Adrian Roberts-Walsh JP, Gwent
- The MA’s national chair and deputy chairs
More information
If you have any queries regarding this committee, please contact Janet Lallysmith, Training, Learning and Development Officer.