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Spokespeople

Our spokespeople can comment on issues related to magistrates, criminal justice and the work of the MA, as well as on topics from diversity and inclusion to family and youth justice. Please contact our press office for quotes and interview requests.

MA spokespeople

Please note that our members can’t talk about specific cases.

Mark Beattie JP

Mark Beattie JP

National Chair

Tom Franklin

Tom Franklin

Chief Executive

David Ford JP

David Ford JP

Deputy Chair

Jacqui MacDonald-Davis JP

Jacqui MacDonald-Davis JP

Deputy Chair

Val Castell JP

Val Castell JP

Adult Court Committee Chair

Tracy Sortwell JP

Tracy Sortwell JP

Family Court Committee Chair