Judicial appointments and retirements
2,409 notices published by the Judiciary of England and Wales, 2012–2026. The public record of who holds which judicial office — not published in browsable form anywhere else.
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- Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge Appointment: Greenan2026-08-25Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed Her Honour Judge Greenan to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge, …
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Beever2026-08-21Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Edmund Beever to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Edmund Beever will be assigned …
- Circuit Judge of the Employment Appeal Tribunal Appointment: Feeny2026-08-17Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed Jack Edmund Feeny to be a Circuit Judge of the Employment Appeal Tribunal with e…
- District Judge Appointment: Fardy2026-08-13District Judge
The King has appointed David Fardy to be a District Judge on the advice of the then Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- New Area Coroner appointments2026-08-12Coroner
Emma Hillson and Henry Charles have been appointed as the Area Coroners for Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton
- Senior Circuit Judge, Resident Judge Appointment: Baumgartner2026-08-10Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill has appointed His Honour Judge Baumgartner to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Resident Judge based …
- District Judge Appointment: John Roberts2026-08-10District Judge
The King has appointed John Roberts to be a District Judge on the advice of the then Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- District Judge Appointment: Dever2026-08-10District Judge
The King has appointed Damien Dever to be a District Judge on the advice of the then Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- District Judge Appointment: Nickols2026-08-10District Judge
The King has appointed Daniela Nickols to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Bench Resignation: McGovern2026-08-03
His Honour Judge Sean McGovern resigned as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2026.
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Ward2026-08-01retirement
His Honour Judge Simon Ward retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Ward was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1986. He was appointed a Rec…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Earl TD2026-08-01retirement
His Honour Judge Stephen Earl TD retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Earl TD was admitted as a Solicitor in 1982. He was appointed a Depu…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Burbidge KC2026-08-01retirement
His Honour Judge James Michael Burbidge KC retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Burbidge KC was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1979,…
- Senior Circuit Judge Retirement: Wood KC2026-08-01Senior Circuit Judgeretirement
His Honour Judge Graham Nash Wood KC retires as a Senior Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Wood KC was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1979, to…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Brewer2026-08-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Andrew Paul Brewer retires with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information Judge Brewer was admitted as a Solicitor in 1980. He was appointed a Part-time Chairman of the Child Support App…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Szagun2026-08-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Teresa (Tessa) Ewa Szagun retires with effect from 1 August 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Szagun was called to the Bar (Middle Te…
- New Presiding Judges Appointed2026-07-27
The Lady Chief Justice, with the concurrence of the Lord Chancellor, has announced the appointment of four Presiding Judges. Ms Justice Norton has been appointed to the South Eastern Circuit where she…
- Senior Circuit Judge, Resident Judge Appointment: Moreland2026-07-24Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill has appointed Her Honour Judge Moreland to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Resident Judge based at …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Cronin2026-07-18retirement
Her Honour Judge Tacey Marguerite Cronin retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 18 July 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Cronin was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1982. She was…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Coe KC2026-07-18retirement
Her Honour Judge Rosalind Coe KC retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 18 July 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Coe KC was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1983, took Silk in 20…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Lucas KC2026-07-18retirement
His Honour Judge Noel Lucas KC retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 18 July 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Lucas KC was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1979 and took Silk in…
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Chester Crown Court2026-07-17
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Ian Unsworth KC has been appointed as Resident Judge at Chester Crown Court for a period of four …
- CHAMBER PRESIDENT OF THE UPPER TRIBUNAL LANDS2026-07-17
Following his nomination by the Lady Chief Justice, The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans, has appointed Mr Justice Timothy Mould to serve as President of the Upper Tribunal, Lands…
- District Judge Appointment: Selby-Lowndes2026-07-17District Judge
The King has appointed William Selby-Lowndes to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Philip2026-07-16Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Jibin Philip to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Jibin Philip will be assigned to…
- District Judge Appointment: Samuels2026-07-15District Judge
The King has appointed Rebecca Samuels to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Worcester Crown Court2026-07-14
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Simon Drew KC has been appointed as Resident Judge at Worcester Crown Court for a period of four …
- Appointment of Resident Judge at St Albans Crown Court2026-07-14
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Jonathan Mann KC has been appointed as Resident Judge at St Albans Crown Court for a period of fo…
- District Judge Appointment: Rees2026-07-13District Judge
The King has appointed Rebecca Rees to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Demosthenous2026-07-13District Judge
The King has appointed Maria Demosthenous to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Ho…
- District Judge Appointment: Fearon2026-07-13District Judge
The King has appointed Leisa Fearon to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Gibb2026-07-13District Judge
The King has appointed Katherine Gibb to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- District Judge Appointment: Simon Bradshaw2026-07-13District Judge
The King has appointed Simon Bradshaw to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Cullen2026-07-13Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Grace Cullen to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Grace Cullen will be assigned to…
- District Bench Retirement: Knifton2026-07-11retirement
District Judge Ian Robert Knifton retires with effect from 11 July 2026. Background information District Judge Knifton was admitted as a Solicitor in 1985. He was appointed a Deputy District Judge in …
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): David2026-07-10Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Shantha David to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Shantha David will be assigned …
- Senior and Area Coroner appointments2026-07-10Coroner
Find out who the new appointees are and for which coroner areas
- Senior Circuit Judge Retirement: Menary KC DL2026-07-04Senior Circuit Judgeretirement
His Honour Judge Andrew Gwyn Menary KC DL retires as a Senior Circuit Judge with effect from 4 July 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Menary KC DL was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Bryce2026-07-02Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Charlotte Bryce to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Charlotte Bryce will be assig…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Crowley2026-07-01retirement
His Honour Judge David Edward Crowley retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 July 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Crowley was admitted as a Solicitor in 1982. He was appointed a P…
- District Bench Retirement: Corkill2026-07-01retirement
District Judge Glennis Marianne Corkill retires with effect from 1 July 2026. Background information District Judge Corkill was admitted as a Solicitor in 1986. She was appointed a Deputy District Jud…
- Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Maddox / Ymddeoliad Barnwr Rhanbarth y Tribiwnlys Haen Gyntaf (Siambr Hawl Cymdeithasol) (Nawdd Cymdeithasol a Chynnal Plant): Maddox2026-07-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Peter Maddox retires with effect from 1 July 2026. Background information Judge Maddox was admitted as a Solicitor in 1989 and called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1994. He was appointed a Fee-paid…
- District Judge Appointment: Mark Cooper2026-06-30District Judge
The King has appointed Mark Cooper to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Cains2026-06-27retirement
Her Honour Judge Linda Hilary Cains retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 27 June 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Cains was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1990. She was appoi…
- Circuit Judge of the Employment Appeal Tribunal Appointment: Joffe2026-06-26Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed Natasha Juliet Louise Joffe to be a Circuit Judge of the Employment Appeal Tribu…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Dobson-Mason2026-06-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Dobson-Mason to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Property Chamber, with effect from 5 Octob…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Peer2026-06-25Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Rebecca Peer to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Rebecca Peer will be assigned to…
- District Judge Appointment: Taghdissian2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed James Taghdissian to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- District Judge Appointment: Modgill2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed Alexander Modgill to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- District Judge Appointment: Woodcock2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed James Woodcock to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- District Judge Appointment: Hamilton2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed William Hamilton to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Bains2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed Ranjit Bains to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Kube2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed Patrick Kube to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Falder2026-06-23District Judge
The King has appointed Katherine Falder to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Robert Brown2026-06-19Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Robert Brown to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Robert Brown will be assigned to…
- Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Retirement: Powell2026-06-14Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Timothy John Powell retires with effect from 14 June 2026. Background information Judge Powell was admitted as a Solicitor in 1984. He was appointed a Lawyer Chairman of the Rent Assessment Pane…
- Appointment of Lord and Lady Justices of Appeal2026-06-12Court of Appeal
Find out who the new appointees are and read their biographies
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Scarratt2026-06-11retirement
His Honour Judge Richard John Scarratt retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 11 June 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Scarratt was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1979. He was …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Hale2026-06-10retirement
His Honour Judge Sean Hale retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 10 June 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Hale was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1988. He was appointed a Deput…
- Recorder Appointments2026-06-08Recorder
The King has appointed 23 Recorders on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr o…
- Salaried Costs Judge (Taxing Master) Appointment: Erwin-Jones2026-06-08Master or Registrar
The King has appointed Sarah Erwin-Jones to be a Salaried Costs Judge (Taxing Master) on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England a…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Farquhar2026-06-06retirement
His Honour Judge Stuart Alastair Farquhar retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 6 June 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Farquhar was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1985. He was…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Taft2026-06-05Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Louise Taft to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Louise Taft will be assigned to t…
- District Bench Retirement: Gibson2026-06-03retirement
District Judge Judy Gibson retires with effect from 3 June 2026. Background information District Judge Gibson (60) was admitted as a Solicitor in 1993. She was appointed a Deputy District Judge in 200…
- District Judge Appointment: Maltby2026-06-03District Judge
The King has appointed Helen Maltby to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Julia Williams2026-06-03District Judge
The King has appointed Julia Williams to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- District Judge Appointment: Gamble2026-06-03District Judge
The King has appointed Helen Gamble to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Osborne2026-06-03District Judge
The King has appointed Stephane Osborne to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Cowley2026-06-03District Judge
The King has appointed Saoirse Cowley to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): How2026-06-02Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Justine How to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Justine How will be assigned to t…
- Mr Justice Waksman appointed Judge in Charge of the Commercial Court2026-06-02
Read more about the appointment and see the Judge's biography
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Brennan2026-06-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Denis Anthony James Brennan retires with effect from 1 June 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Brennan was admitted as a Solicitor in …
- District Bench Retirement: Malik2026-06-01retirement
District Judge Khalid Taj Malik retires with effect from 1 June 2026. Background information District Judge Malik was admitted as a Solicitor in 1993. He was appointed a Deputy District Judge in 2003 …
- District Bench Retirement: Devlin2026-06-01retirement
District Judge Peter John Hugh Devlin retires with effect from 1 June 2026. Background information District Judge Devlin was admitted as a Solicitor in 1983. He was appointed a Deputy District Judge i…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Downing2026-05-30retirement
Her Honour Judge Ruth Elizabeth Downing retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 30 May 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Downing was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1978. She was app…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Laing KC DL2026-05-30retirement
Her Honour Judge Christine Katherine Laing KC DL retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 30 May 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Laing KC DL was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: St John-Stevens2026-05-23retirement
His Honour Judge Philip Simeon St John-Stevens retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 23 May 2026. Background information His Honour Judge St John-Stevens was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in …
- District Judge Appointment: Brien2026-05-22District Judge
The King has appointed Morgan Brien to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Spencer2026-05-22District Judge
The King has appointed Andrew Spencer to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal, War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation Chamber: Ita Farrelly2026-05-21
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Ita Farrelly as Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal of the War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensat…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Sellwood2026-05-21Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Matthew Sellwood to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Matthew Sellwood will be ass…
- Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal, Immigration and Asylum Chamber: Elena Feeney2026-05-21
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Elena Feeney as Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal of the Immigration and Asylum Chamber with eff…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Barnett2026-05-20Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Kevin Barnett to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Kevin Barnett will be assigned …
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Watton2026-05-20Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Lydia Watton to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Lydia Watton will be assigned to…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Parmar2026-05-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Rita Parmar to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Property Chamber, with effect from 24 August 2026. Backgro…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Coppel2026-05-16retirement
Her Honour Judge Yvonne Ruth Coppel retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 16 May 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Coppel was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1976. She was appoin…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Lee2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Sarah Lee to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Sarah Lee will be assigned to the M…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Bewley2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Suhayla Bewley to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Suhayla Bewley will be assigne…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Malik2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Zain Malik to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Zain Malik will be assigned to the…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Macdonald2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Dr Iain Macdonald to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Dr Iain Macdonald will be a…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Coen2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Neasa Coen to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Neasa Coen will be assigned to the…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Suzanne Palmer2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Suzanne Palmer to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Suzanne Palmer will be assigne…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Alaszewski2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Mark Alaszewski to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Mark Alaszewski will be assig…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Collins2026-05-15Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Natasha Collins to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Natasha Collins will be assig…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Robinson2026-05-12retirement
Her Honour Judge Alice Robinson retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 12 May 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Robinson was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1983 and elected as a Be…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Burn2026-05-12retirement
His Honour Judge Colin Richard Burn retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 12 May 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Burn was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1985. He was appointe…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Sheraton2026-05-09District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Kenneth Frederick Sheraton retires with effect from 9 May 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Sheraton was called to the Bar (Gray’s In…
- Salaried Costs Judge (Taxing Master) Appointment: Joseph2026-05-05Master or Registrar
The King has appointed Paul Joseph to be a Salaried Costs Judge (Taxing Master) on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wal…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Wood2026-05-05Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Lucie Wood to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Property Chamber, with effect from 8 June 2026. Background …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Neave2026-05-05Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Neave to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Property Chamber, with effect from 1 June 2026. B…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Pattni-Evans2026-05-05Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Pattni-Evans to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Property Chamber, with effect from 1 July …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Rowlands / Ymddeoliad Mainc Cylchdaith: Rowlands2026-05-02retirement
His Honour Judge Rhys Price Rowlands retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 2 May 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Rowlands was admitted as a Solicitor in 1982 and called to the Bar …
- Appointment of Resident Judge for North Wales2026-05-01
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Simon Mills has been appointed as Resident Judge for North Wales for a period of four years comme…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Wheeler2026-05-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Michael Antony Wheeler retires with effect from 1 May 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Wheeler was admitted as a Solicitor in 1983. …
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Dame Beverley Ann Macnaughton Lang DBE2026-05-01retirement
The Honourable Dame Beverley Ann Macnaughton Lang DBE retires from the High Court (King’s Bench Division) with effect from 1 May 2026. The Lady Chief Justice thanks Dame Beverley Lang DBE for her sign…
- Employment Judge (England & Wales) Retirement: Tsamados2026-05-01Employment Judgeretirement
Employment Judge Philip Chrysanthou Tsamados retires with effect from 1 May 2026. Background information Employment Judge Tsamados was admitted as a Solicitor in 2001. He was appointed as a fee-paid E…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Ingram2026-05-01retirement
Her Honour Judge Jane Ingram retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 May 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Ingram was admitted as a Solicitor in 1985. She was appointed a Deputy Dist…
- District Judge Appointment: Harrington2026-05-01District Judge
The King has appointed Simon Harrington to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- Employment Judge (England & Wales) Retirement: Crosfill2026-04-27Employment Judgeretirement
Employment Judge John Crosfill retired with effect from 3 April 2026. Background information Employment Judge Crosfill was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1995. He was appointed as a fee-paid Emp…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Williams2026-04-27Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Alys Williams to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Alys Williams will be assigned …
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Atkins2026-04-27Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Michael Atkins to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Michael Atkins will be assigne…
- Recorder Appointments2026-04-27Recorder
The King has appointed 61 Recorders on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr o…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Wood2026-04-24Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Richard Wood to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Richard Wood will be assigned to…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Tueje2026-04-23Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Patricia Tueje to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Patricia Tueje will be assigne…
- Lord Justice Cobb appointed President of the Family Division2026-04-23Court of Appeal
The King has been pleased to approve the appointment of Lord Justice Cobb as the President of the Family Division, following the retirement of Sir Andrew McFarlane
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Illing2026-04-22Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Caroline Illing to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Caroline Illing will be assig…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Abbott2026-04-22Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Paul Abbott to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Paul Abbott will be assigned to t…
- Appointment of a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Booth2026-04-22Employment Judge
The Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, has appointed Andrea Booth to be a Salaried Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales). Andrea Booth will be assigned to…
- Appointment of Resident Judges at Lewes Crown Court, Norwich Crown Court and Reading Crown Court2026-04-20
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, the appointment of three Resident Judges. HHJ Christine Henson KC has been appointed as Resident Judge at …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Freedman2026-04-18retirement
His Honour Judge Jeremy Stuart Freedman retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 18 April 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Freedman was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1982. He wa…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Dyer2026-04-17Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Shereen Dyer to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with…
- Retirement of the President of the Family Division, President of the Court of Protection and Head of Family Justice: The Right Honourable Sir Andrew McFarlane2026-04-14retirement
Read the retirement announcement of the PFD
- District Judge Appointment: Hill2026-04-10District Judge
The King has appointed Peregrine Hill to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- District Judge Appointment: Pinfield2026-04-10District Judge
The King has appointed Barnaby Pinfield to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Sanders2026-04-07District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Nicholas Sanders retires with effect from 7 April 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Sanders was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Plunkett2026-04-07retirement
His Honour Judge Christopher Plunkett retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 7 April 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Plunkett was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1983. He was appo…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Lees2026-04-06Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Julie Nicolette Audrey Lees retires with effect from 6 April 2026. Background information Judge Lees was admitted as a Solicitor in 1986. She was appointed a Fee-paid Legal Panel Member of The A…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Butler2026-04-04Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge John Michael Butler retires with effect from 4 April 2026. Background information Judge Butler was admitted as a Solicitor in 2005. He was appointed as a Fee-paid Judge of the First-tier Tribuna…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Mallon2026-04-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Marie Elizabeth Mallon retires with effect from 1 April 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Mallon was admitted as a Solicitor in 1992.…
- District Bench Retirement: Ashworth2026-04-01retirement
District Judge Lynda Ashworth retires from the District Bench with effect from 1 April 2026. Background information District Judge Ashworth was admitted as a Solicitor in 1985. She was appointed a Dep…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Retirement: Cousins2026-04-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Helen Robina Cousins retires with effect from 1 April 2026. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Court) Cousins was admitted as a Solicitor in 1986. …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Newman2026-04-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Gerald Newman retires with effect from 1 April 2026. Background information Judge Newman was admitted as a Solicitor in 1982. He was appointed a Part-Time Legal Panel Member of The Appeals Servi…
- District Judge Appointment: Hay2026-04-01District Judge
The King has appointed Teresa Hay to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable…
- District Judge Appointment: George2026-03-31District Judge
The King has appointed Susan George to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Ennals2026-03-30Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Simon David Ennals retires with effect from 30 March 2026. Background information Judge Ennals was admitted as a Solicitor in 1995. He was appointed a Part-Time Legal Panel Member of The Appeals…
- District Judge Appointment: Bond2026-03-30District Judge
The King has appointed Abigail Bond to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Elliott2026-03-30District Judge
The King has appointed Edward Elliott to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Sir Julian Knowles2026-03-30retirement
The Honourable Sir Julian Knowles retires as a Judge of the High Court (King’s Bench Division) with effect from 30 March 2026. Background information Sir Julian Knowles was called to the Bar (Inner Te…
- New Area and Senior Coroners appointed2026-03-27Coroner
Find out who the new appointees are
- Specialist Civil Circuit Judge Appointment: Charman2026-03-27Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed His Honour Judge Charman to be a Specialist Civil Circuit Judge, based at the Bi…
- Appointment of a Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber (Residential Property): Vance2026-03-25Tribunal Judge
Amran Vance has been appointed as a Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal by the Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans. The Senior President of Tribunals has a…
- District Judge Appointment: Cooper2026-03-24District Judge
The King has appointed Christine Cooper to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Chakravarty2026-03-24District Judge
The King has appointed Gita Chakravarty to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Plant2026-03-24District Judge
The King has appointed Natalie Plant to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Wood2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Richard Wood to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: McKeown2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Sarah McKeown to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Doucas2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Alexandra Doucas to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Hall2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Angela Hall to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- District Judge Appointment: Adedeji2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Adeyinka Adedeji to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Lee2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Hye-Jong Linda Lee to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Ho…
- District Judge Appointment: Handa2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Radhika Handa to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Ginesi2026-03-23District Judge
The King has appointed Lisa Ginesi to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Rakhim2026-03-20Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tanveer Rakhim to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wi…
- Appointment of the Designated Civil Judge for Northumbria & Durham2026-03-18
Following an Expressions of Interest exercise, the Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Civil Judge. HHJ Mark Thomas has been appointed as the Designated Civil Jud…
- Appointment of the Designated Civil Judge for Nottinghamshire & Derby2026-03-17
Following an Expressions of Interest exercise, the Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Civil Judge. HHJ Jonathan Owen has been appointed as the Designated Civil J…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Smith2026-03-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Matt Smith to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Cham…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: McEwen2026-03-10Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Hermione McEwen to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care…
- District Judge Appointment: Godfrey2026-03-10District Judge
The King has appointed Emma Godfrey to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Davis2026-03-09District Judge
The King has appointed Adrian Davis to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Sandiford2026-03-06District Judge
The King has appointed James Sandiford to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- District Judge Appointment: Holmes2026-03-05District Judge
The King has appointed Katherine Holmes to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- New Area Coroner for Sefton, St Helens & Knowsley2026-03-04Coroner
Find out who has been appointed to the role
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Gloucester Crown Court2026-03-02
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Rupert Lowe has been appointed as Resident Judge at Gloucester Crown Court for a period of four y…
- Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for North Wales2026-03-02
Following an expressions of interest exercise, the President of the Family Division is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Family Judge. HHJ Bethan Japheth has been appointed as the De…
- Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for Lincolnshire2026-03-02
Following an expressions of interest exercise, the President of the Family Division is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Family Judge. HHJ Jane Gillespie has been appointed as the De…
- District Judge Appointment: Southgate2026-03-02District Judge
The King has appointed Marie Southgate to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- District Judge Appointment: Willink2026-03-02District Judge
The King has appointed David Willink to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Chalmers2026-03-02District Judge
The King has appointed Jean-Jack Chalmers to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Ho…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Gibson2026-03-02Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Kathryn Gibson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care …
- Employment Judge (England & Wales) Retirement: Gaskell2026-03-01Employment Judgeretirement
Employment Judge Christopher Michael Gaskell retired with effect from 1 March 2026. Background information Employment Judge Gaskell was admitted as a Solicitor in 1981. He was appointed a Deputy Distr…
- President of the Valuation Tribunal for England Retirement: Garland2026-03-01retirement
Judge Gary John Richard Garland retires as President of the Valuation Tribunal for England with effect from 1 March 2026. Background information Judge Garland was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Hawks2026-03-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Sally Courtney Hawks retires with effect from 1 March 2026. Background information Judge Hawks was admitted as a Solicitor in 1986. She was appointed a Part-Time Legal Panel Member of The Appeal…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Orger2026-02-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Laura Orger to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Cha…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Salkeld2026-02-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Lisa Salkeld to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Inglis2026-02-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Russell Inglis to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Read2026-02-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Rupert Read to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Cha…
- District Judge Appointment: Duckett2026-02-26District Judge
The King has appointed Louise Duckett to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Moxon2026-02-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Nathan Moxon to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with eff…
- District Judge Appointment: Bartling2026-02-26District Judge
The King has appointed Lindsey Bartling to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- District Judge Appointment: Javaherian2026-02-26District Judge
The King has appointed Michael Javaherian to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Ho…
- District Judge Appointment: Russ2026-02-26District Judge
The King has appointed Timothy Russ to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- District Judge Appointment: Adcock-Jones2026-02-26District Judge
The King has appointed Steven Adcock-Jones to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right H…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Sewell2026-02-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Deborah Sewell to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care …
- District Judge Appointment: Kumar2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Santosh Kumar to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Veltom2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Lauren Veltom to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- District Judge Appointment: Pickering2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Leon Pickering to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- District Judge Appointment: Berry2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Heidi Berry to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- District Judge Appointment: Mortimer2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Sophie Mortimer to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- District Judge Appointment: Child2026-02-25District Judge
The King has appointed Timothy Child to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Webb2026-02-24Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Nicholas Webb to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wit…
- Appointment of a Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber (Residential Property): Walsh2026-02-24Tribunal Judge
Niall Walsh has been appointed as a Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal by the Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans. The Senior President of Tribunals has a…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Jackson2026-02-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Paul Jackson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Burn2026-02-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Neil Burn to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effect…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Sorrell2026-02-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Rosemary Sorrell to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Zindi2026-02-18Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tarisai Zindi to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wit…
- District Bench Retirement: Rich TD2026-02-18retirement
District Judge Anthony John Edmund Rich TD retires from the District Bench with effect from 18 February 2026. Background information District Judge Rich TD was admitted as a Solicitor in 1981. He was …
- Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Retirement: Duffy2026-02-17Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Simon John Duffy retired with effect from 7 February 2026. Background information Judge Duffy was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1996. He was appointed President of The Midland Rent Assess…
- CHAMBER PRESIDENT OF THE UPPER TRIBUNAL ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS2026-02-16
Following her nomination by the Lord President, The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice James Dingemans, has appointed Lady Anna Poole to serve as President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrati…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Perry2026-02-16Circuit Judge
The King has appointed David Perry to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Cundy2026-02-16Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Catherine Cundy to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Jepson2026-02-16Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Richard Jepson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wi…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Byrne2026-02-16Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Kelly Byrne to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Grewal2026-02-16Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Sukhpal Grewal to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care …
- District Bench Retirement: Watson2026-02-14retirement
District Judge Paul Anthony Watson retires from the District Bench with effect from 14 February 2026. Background information District Judge Watson was admitted as a Solicitor in 1983. He was appointed…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Edwards2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Robert Edwards to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Williams2026-02-13retirement
Her Honour Judge Anna Williams retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 13 February 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Williams was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1990. She was appoin…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Mullarkey2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Claire Mullarkey to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Hood2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Martin Hood to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Cha…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Aspinall2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Mark Aspinall to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wit…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Sachdev2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Amitkumar Sachdev to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber,…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Davies2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Victoria Davies to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, w…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Liebrecht2026-02-13Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Michael Liebrecht to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Platt2026-02-13Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Heather Platt to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care C…
- Appointment as a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Tax Chamber: Donmall2026-02-12Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Matthew Donmall to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Tax Chamber with effect from 23 F…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Cheunviratsakul2026-02-04Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Anna Cheunviratsakul to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Miller2026-02-02Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Rebecca Miller to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Sagar2026-02-02Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Amarjit Sagar to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with ef…
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Sir James Goss2026-02-01retirement
The Honourable Sir James Goss retires as a Judge of the High Court (King’s Bench Division) with effect from 1 February 2026. Background information Sir James Goss was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Baucher2026-02-01retirement
Her Honour Judge Heather Anne Baucher retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 February 2026. Background information Her Honour Judge Baucher was admitted as a Solicitor in 1986. She was appointe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: McNiff2026-01-29Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Matthew McNiff to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Health, Education and Social Care Chamber) Retirement: Callcott2026-01-28Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Alison Anne Callcott retires with effect from 28 January 2026. Background information Judge Callcott was admitted as a Solicitor in 1987. She was appointed a Part-time Legal Member of the Mental…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Atkinson2026-01-27Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Jeremy David Atkinson retires with effect from 27 January 2026. Background information Judge Atkinson was admitted as a Solicitor in 1987. He was appointed a part-time Chairman of the Social Sec…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Degirmenci2026-01-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Kyriacoulla Degirmenci to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Cha…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Neville2026-01-27Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Helen Neville to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with ef…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Oakes2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Sarah Oakes to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Moxon2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Catherine Moxon to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Meyler2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Frances Meyler to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wi…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Grant2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Naomi Grant to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Michaels2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Sharmistha Michaels to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chambe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Van Beers2026-01-26Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Rebecca Van Beers to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, wit…
- Specialist Circuit Judge Retirement: Pelling KC2026-01-24Circuit Judgeretirement
His Honour Judge (Philip) Mark Pelling KC retires as a Specialist Circuit Judge with effect from 24 January 2026. Background information His Honour Judge Pelling KC was called to the Bar (Middle Templ…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Heron2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Christopher Heron to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the War Pensions and Armed Forces C…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Wilson2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Brett Wilson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with eff…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Hannay2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Emma Hannay to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Mulrooney2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Alan James Mulrooney to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Redford2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Alistair David Redford to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Soci…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Gordon Lennox2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Henry Gordon Lennox to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, w…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Cline2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Robert Cline to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Ch…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Goff2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Joanne Goff to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effe…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Bolaji2026-01-23Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Kishma Bolaji to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with ef…
- Appointment of the Lead Judge for Reciprocal Enforcement of Maintenance Orders (REMO)2026-01-22
Find out more about the appointee and what their role entails
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Hawker2026-01-22Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Gail Hawker retires with effect from 22 January 2026. Background information Judge Hawker was admitted as a Solicitor in 1991. She was appointed a District Tribunal Judge (now known as Judge of …
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Paul Mason2026-01-22Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Paul Mason to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Poynton2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Anna Poynton to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Ch…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Khan2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Sabina Khan to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Cole2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Christopher Cole to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Clegg2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Simon Clegg to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Watson2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tehniat Watson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wi…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Ritchie2026-01-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Duncan Ritchie to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, wi…
- Employment Judge (Scotland) Retirement: Hosie2026-01-20Employment Judgeretirement
Employment Judge Nicol Massie Hosie retired with effect from 19 January 2026. Background information Employment Judge Hosie was admitted as a Solicitor in 1974. He was appointed a part-time Chairman o…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Bristow2026-01-19Circuit Judge
The King has appointed John Llewelyn Bristow to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right…
- Appointment as a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Tax Chamber: Harrison2026-01-12Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Judith Harrison to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Tax Chamber with effect from 23 F…
- Appointment as a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Tax Chamber: Holmes2026-01-12Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Hugo Holmes to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Tax Chamber with effect from 16 March…
- Appointment as a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Tax Chamber: Stapenhurst2026-01-12Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Shoshana Stapenhurst to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Tax Chamber with effect from…
- Regional Medical Member of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber: Dr Gabra2026-01-09
The Senior President of Tribunals has appointed Dr Patricia Gabra to be a Regional Medical Member of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber with effect from 19 January 2026. Background In…
- New Senior Coroner for the Manchester City area2026-01-08Coroner
Find out who the new appointee is
- Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for Leicestershire2026-01-07
Following an expressions of interest exercise, the President of the Family Division is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Family Judge. HHJ Jeremy Weston KC has been appointed as the …
- President of the First-tier Tribunal (War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation Chamber) Retirement: Monk2026-01-05retirement
Judge Fiona Monk retires as President of the First-tier Tribunal (War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation Chamber) with effect from 5 January 2026. Background information Judge Monk was admitted as…
- Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Pritchard2026-01-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Regional Judge Helen Mary Pritchard retires with effect from 1 January 2026. Background information Regional Judge Pritchard was admitted as a Solicitor in 1988. She was appointed a Fee-Paid Legally Q…
- Appointment of a Regional Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Clark2025-12-31Employment Judge
Robert Clark has been appointed as a Regional Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales) by the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP. He will be assigned to the M…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Health, Education and Social Care Chamber) Retirement: Briggs2025-12-31Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Joanne Mary Briggs retires with effect from 1 January 2026. Background information Judge Briggs was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1993. She was appointed a Deputy District Judge (Magistra…
- Appointment of a Regional Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales): Davies2025-12-31Employment Judge
Sarah-Jane Davies has been appointed as a Regional Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales) by the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP. She will be assigned to…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Nepal2025-12-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Nepal to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Muir-Wilson2025-12-22Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Muir-Wilson to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effect fro…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Bartle KC2025-12-20retirement
His Honour Judge Philip Martyn Bartle KC retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 20 December 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Bartle KC was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1976, …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Kamill2025-12-20retirement
Her Honour Judge Louise Naima Rachelle Kamill retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 20 December 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Kamill was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1974.…
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Sir Timothy Julian Kerr2025-12-20retirement
The Honourable Sir Timothy Julian Kerr retires as a Judge of the High Court (King’s Bench Division) with effect from 20 December 2025. Background information Sir Timothy Kerr was called to the Bar (Gr…
- District Judge – Death in Service2025-12-19District Judge
Find out more about the death in service
- Circuit Judge Appointment: David Payne2025-12-19Circuit Judge
The King has appointed David Payne to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Gray2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Gray to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with ef…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Barnett2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Barnett to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with effect fro…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Mack2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Mack to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effect from 12 Ja…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: James2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge James to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Booth2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Booth to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Marlow2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Marlow to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effect from 5 J…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Hickey2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Hickey to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with effect from…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Breen2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Breen to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with e…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Roberts2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Adrian Roberts to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Social Entitlement Chamber, with effect …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Feeney2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Katie Feeney to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with effec…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Wortley2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Wortley to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Health, Education and Social Care Chamber, with…
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Appointment: Williams2025-12-19Tribunal Judge
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans has appointed Tribunal Judge Carlton Williams to be a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, assigned to the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, with e…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Anya Lewis KC2025-12-18Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Anya Lewis KC to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Moody2025-12-18High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by His Majesty the King of Neil Moody KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Moody will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where he will …
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Gunn2025-12-18Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Kirsty-Ann Gunn to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- New Judicial Lead on Youth Justice for England and Wales2025-12-17
Find out more about the new appointee
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Lee Harris2025-12-17Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Lee Harris to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable…
- Appointment of a new Senior Coroner2025-12-16Coroner
Find out who the new appointee is
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Dow2025-12-16Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Clive Dow to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable …
- Master of the King’s Bench Division: Irena Sabic KC2025-12-15Master or Registrar
The King has appointed Irena Sabic KC to be a Master of the King’s Bench Division on the advice of the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-…
- Appointment of two new Area Coroners2025-12-09Coroner
Find out who the new appointees are and when they start their roles
- Mr Justice Constable appointed Judge in Charge of the Technology and Construction Court2025-12-08
The President of the King’s Bench Division has appointed Mr Justice Constable as Judge in Charge of the Technology and Construction Court. This is a two-year appointment that runs from 11 January 2026…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Hardy2025-12-06retirement
His Honour Judge Andrew Hardy retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 6 December 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Hardy was admitted as a Solicitor in 1989. He was appointed a Deputy …
- Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Health, Education and Social Care Chamber) Retirement: Flower2025-12-03Tribunal Judgeretirement
Judge Angela Moira Flower retires with effect from 3 December 2025. Background information Judge Flower was admitted as a Solicitor in 1995. She was appointed a Fee-Paid Immigration Judge of the Asylu…
- Regional Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber (Social Security and Child Support) Retirement: Dunn2025-12-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Regional Judge Helen McCree Dunn retires with effect from 1 December 2025. Background information Regional Judge Dunn was admitted as a Solicitor in 1980. She was appointed as a Legally Qualified Pane…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Greenberg KC2025-11-29retirement
Her Honour Judge Joanna Elishever Gabrielle Greenberg KC retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 29 November 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Greenberg KC was called to the Bar (Gray’…
- Senior Circuit Judge Retirement: Thomas2025-11-29Senior Circuit Judgeretirement
Her Honour Judge Sybil Thomas retires as a Senior Circuit Judge with effect from 29 November 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Thomas was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1976 and was ele…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Felstead2025-11-28Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Christopher Felstead to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right …
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Basildon Crown Court2025-11-28
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Samantha Cohen has been appointed as Resident Judge at Basildon Crown Court for a period of four …
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Franklin2025-11-27Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Edward Franklin to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Restall2025-11-26Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Thomas Restall to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honour…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Hodges2025-11-25retirement
His Honour Judge Stephen John Hodges retired as a Circuit Judge with effect from 22 November 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Hodges was admitted as a Solicitor in 1978. He was appointed …
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Woodrow2025-11-20Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Lynette Woodrow to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Elizabeth Baker2025-11-20Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Elizabeth Baker to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Denise Saunders2025-11-13Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Denise Saunders to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Croydon Crown Court2025-11-13
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Edward Connell has been appointed as Resident Judge at Croydon Crown Court for a period of four y…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Coppel2025-11-11High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by his Majesty the King of Jason Coppel KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Coppel will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where he wi…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Prevatt2025-11-10Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Beatrice Prevatt to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- New Area Coroners announced2025-11-07Coroner
Find out who the new appointments are
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Moran2025-11-06Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Thomas Moran to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Newnham-Payne2025-11-05Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Stacy Newnham-Payne to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right H…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Stott2025-11-05Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Matthew Stott to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Law2025-11-05Circuit Judge
The King has appointed John Law to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable t…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Lubega2025-11-05Circuit Judge
The King has appointed George Lubega to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Rothwell2025-11-05Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Carolyn Rothwell to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Thistle2025-11-03Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Dean Thistle to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Kimblin2025-11-03High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by His Majesty the King of Richard Kimblin KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Kimblin will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where h…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Doman2025-11-03Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Richard Doman to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Stevenson2025-11-03Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Daniel Stevenson to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hono…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Hudd2025-11-03Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Anne Hudd to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable …
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Sir Clive Freedman2025-11-01retirement
The Honourable Sir Clive Freedman retires as a Judge of the High Court (King’s Bench Division) with effect from 1 November 2025. Background information Sir Clive Freedman was called to the Bar (Middle…
- Retirement of The Right Honourable Sir Julian Flaux, Chancellor of the High Court2025-11-01retirement
The Right Honourable Sir Julian Flaux retires as the Chancellor of the High Court with effect from 1 November 2025. Background information The Rt. Hon Sir Julian Flaux was called to the Bar (Inner Tem…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Retirement: Lloyd2025-11-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Wendy Jane Lloyd retires with effect from 1 November 2025. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Lloyd was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Potter2025-11-01retirement
His Honour Judge Roderick John Conwy Potter retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 November 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Potter was admitted as a Solicitor in 1987 and a Higher…
- District Bench Retirement: Anson2025-11-01retirement
District Judge Michael Anson retires from the District Bench with effect from 1 November 2025. Background information District Judge Anson was admitted as a Solicitor in 1981. He was appointed a Deput…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Wright2025-10-31retirement
Her Honour Judge Caroline Jane Wright retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 31 October 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Wright was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1983 and elected…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: McGovern2025-10-31Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Seán McGovern to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Shabana Mahmood MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Dunne2025-10-30Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Anthony Dunne to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Deane2025-10-30Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Charlotte Deane to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Hodgkinson2025-10-30Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Paul Hodgkinson to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Slack2025-10-29Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Kevin Slack to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Mansfield2025-10-28High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by His Majesty the King of Gavin Mansfield KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Mansfield will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Henry2025-10-28Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Zoe Henry to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable …
- Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for Northamptonshire2025-10-27
Following an expressions of interest exercise, the President of the Family Division is pleased to announce the appointment of a Designated Family Judge. HHJ Nassera Patel has been appointed as the Des…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Dawar2025-10-27Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Archna Dawar to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourab…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Bromige2025-10-27Circuit Judge
The King has appointed James Bromige to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Samra2025-10-27Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Sharn Samra to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Hopmeier2025-10-26retirement
His Honour Judge Michael Andrew Philip Hopmeier retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 26 October 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Hopmeier was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1…
- Court of Appeal: Retirement of Lord Justice Tim Holroyde2025-10-25Court of Appealretirement
Lord Justice Tim Holroyde retires as a Lord Justice of Appeal with effect from 25 October 2025. Background Information Sir Tim Holroyde was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1977, took Silk in 1996…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Boothroyd2025-10-24Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Susan Boothroyd to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honou…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Harman2025-10-24Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Emma Harman to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourabl…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Brunner2025-10-23High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by His Majesty the King of Kate Brunner KC to the High Court. Mrs Justice Brunner will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where she…
- Circuit Judge Appointment: Wadoodi2025-10-23Circuit Judge
The King has appointed Aisha Wadoodi to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable David Lammy MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honoura…
- Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC), Proscribed Organisations Appeal Commission (POAC) & Pathogens Access Appeal Commission (PAAC): Appointment of the New Chairman2025-10-21
The Lord Chancellor and Deputy Prime Minister has appointed The Honourable Mr Justice Jonathan Swift to be the Chairman of SIAC, POAC and PAAC in succession to The Honourable Mr Justice Jay. His appoi…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Lloyd2025-10-18retirement
Her Honour Judge Heather Claire Lloyd retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 18 October 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Lloyd was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1979. She was app…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Searle2025-10-09retirement
Her Honour Judge Corinne Louise Teague Searle retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 9 October 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Searle was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1982. She…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Retirement: Meachin2025-10-09District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Andrew Philip Meachin retires with effect from 9 October 2025. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Meachin was admitted as a Solicitor in 1…
- Court of Appeal: Retirement of Lord Justice Nicholas Underhill2025-10-09Court of Appealretirement
Lord Justice Nicholas Underhill retires as a Lord Justice of Appeal with effect from 9 October 2025. Background Information Sir Nicholas Underhill was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1976, took Silk…
- President Of The Upper Tribunal Tax And Chancery Chamber: Thompsell2025-10-06
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans, has appointed The Honourable Mr Justice Thompsell to be President of the Upper Tribunal Tax and Chancery Chamber with effect from the 1 Octob…
- Court of Appeal: Retirement of Lady Justice Nicola Davies / Y Llys Apêl: Ymddeoliad yr Arglwyddes Ustus Nicola Davies2025-10-04Court of Appealretirement
Lady Justice Nicola Davies retires as a Lady Justice of Appeal with effect from 4 October 2025. Background Information Dame Nicola Velfor Davies DBE was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1976, took Si…
- Court of Appeal: Retirement of Lady Justice Julia Macur2025-10-04Court of Appealretirement
Lady Justice Julia Macur retires as a Lady Justice of Appeal with effect from 4 October 2025. Background Information Dame Julia Macur DBE was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1979, took Silk in 19…
- President of the Immigration and Asylum Chamber of the Upper Tribunal: Mr Justice Lavender2025-10-03
The Senior President of Tribunals, Lord Justice Dingemans, has appointed the Honourable Mr Justice Lavender to be the President of the Immigration and Asylum Chamber of the Upper Tribunal with effect …
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Daly2025-10-01retirement
His Honour Judge Nigel Jonathan Daly retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 October 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Daly was called to the Bar (Gray’s Inn) in 1979. He was appoint…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Shanks2025-10-01retirement
Her Honour Judge (Wilhelmina) Fiona Shanks retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 October 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Shanks was admitted as a Solicitor in 1980. She was appoi…
- New Vice-Chancellor of the County Palatine of Lancaster is announced2025-10-01
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- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Obi2025-09-25High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by his Majesty the King of Margaret Obi to the High Court. Ms Justice Obi will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where she will br…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Norton2025-09-25High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by his Majesty the King of Heather Norton to the High Court. Ms Justice Norton will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where she wi…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Birt2025-09-25High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by his Majesty the King of Simon Birt KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Birt will be assigned to the King's Bench Division where he will b…
- Appointment of a High Court Judge: Cawson2025-09-23High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice is delighted to welcome the appointment by his Majesty the King of Mark Cawson KC to the High Court. Mr Justice Cawson will be assigned to the Chancery Division where he will br…
- District Bench Retirement: Prest KC2025-09-19retirement
District Judge Adam Charles Prest KC retires from the District Bench with effect from 19 September 2025. Background information District Judge Prest KC was admitted as a Solicitor in 1988, called to t…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Appointment: Dunne2025-09-19District Judge
The King has appointed Anthony Dunne to be a District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Shabana Mahmood MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England a…
- Judge of the Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) Retirement: Hanson2025-09-18Tribunal Judgeretirement
Upper Tribunal Judge Christopher John Hanson retires with effect from 18 September 2025. Background information Upper Tribunal Judge Hanson was admitted as a Solicitor in 1987. He was appointed a Depu…
- Master of the King’s Bench Division: Stephen Byass2025-09-15Master or Registrar
The King has appointed Stephen Byass to be a Master of the King’s Bench Division on the advice of the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-H…
- S9(4) Deputy High Court Judge2025-09-08High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill, has appointed 2 Deputy High Court Judges, under section 9(4) of the Senior Courts Act 1981, f…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Appointment: Holden2025-09-04District Judge
The King has appointed Philip Holden to be a District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Shabana Mahmood MP, and the Lady Chief Justice of England a…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Jakens2025-09-03retirement
Her Honour Judge Claire Jakens retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 3 September 2025. Background information Her Honour Judge Jakens was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1988. She was appoi…
- Senior Circuit Judge Retirement: Worster2025-09-01Senior Circuit Judgeretirement
His Honour Judge David Worster retires as a Senior Circuit Judge with effect from 1 September 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Worster was called to the Bar (Lincoln’s Inn) in 1980 and el…
- President of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) Retirement: Markus KC2025-09-01retirement
Judge Kate Markus KC retires as President of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) with effect from 1 September 2025. Background information Judge Markus KC was called to the Bar (Gray’…
- District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Retirement: Pattinson2025-09-01District Judgeretirement
District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Timothy John Hull Pattinson retires with effect from 1 September 2025. Background information District Judge (Magistrates’ Courts) Pattinson was admitted as a Soli…
- Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge Appointment: McCabe2025-09-01Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed Her Honour Judge McCabe to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge, b…
- Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge Appointment: Carter2025-09-01Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed Her Honour Judge Carter to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge, b…
- Appointment of President of the Mental Health Review Tribunal for Wales: Jane McConnell2025-09-01
The Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Shabana Mahmood MP, has appointed Jane McConnell to be President of the Mental Health Review Tribunal for Wales with effect from 1 October 2025. Background In…
- Circuit Bench Retirement: Whybrow2025-08-30retirement
His Honour Judge Jonathan Whybrow retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 30 August 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Whybrow was admitted as a Solicitor in 1991. He was appointed a De…
- Section 9(4) Deputy High Court Judge2025-08-29High Court Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill, has appointed 24 Deputy High Court Judges, under section 9(4) of the Senior Courts Act 1981, …
- Deputy Chamber President of the Upper Tribunal, Immigration and Asylum Chamber: Melanie Plimmer2025-08-27
The Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Sir James Dingemans, has appointed Melanie Plimmer as Deputy Chamber President of the Immigration and Asylum Chamber of the Upper Tribunal with …
- Specialist Civil Circuit Judge Appointment: Carter2025-08-22Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed His Honour Judge Carter to be a Specialist Civil Circuit Judge based at Leeds Bu…
- Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge Appointment: Willans2025-08-20Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed His Honour Judge Willans to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge, …
- District Bench Retirement: Coulthard2025-08-06retirement
District Judge Michael Coulthard retires from the District Bench with effect from 6 August 2025. Background information District Judge Coulthard was admitted as a Solicitor in 1984. He was appointed a…
- Senior Circuit Judge Retirement: Sloan KC2025-08-05Senior Circuit Judgeretirement
His Honour Judge Paul Sloan KC retires as a Senior Circuit Judge with effect from 5 August 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Sloan KC was called to the Bar (Inner Temple) in 1981, took Sil…
- Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for Wiltshire2025-08-05
The President of the Family Division is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, His Honour Judge Richard Case has been appointed as the Designated Family Judge for Wil…
- Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge Appointment: Bedford2025-08-05Senior Circuit Judge
The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Honourable The Baroness Carr Of Walton-On-The-Hill has appointed His Honour Judge Bedford to be a Senior Circuit Judge, Designated Family Judge, …
- District Judge Appointment: Hussain2025-08-05District Judge
The King has appointed Sobia Hussain to be a District Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Shabana Mahmood MP and the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, the Right Hon…
- Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber: McMahon2025-08-04
Judge Elizabeth McMahon has been appointed as Chamber President of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber, by the Senior President of Tribunals, the Right Honourable Sir James Dingemans w…
- Deputy National Digital Lead for Magistrates2025-08-01Magistrate
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- Circuit Bench Retirement: Horton2025-08-01retirement
His Honour Judge Mark Varney Horton retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 1 August 2025. Background information His Honour Judge Horton was called to the Bar (Middle Temple) in 1981. He was appo…
- Resident Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) Retirement: Phillips2025-08-01Tribunal Judgeretirement
Resident Judge Julian Francis Walsingham Phillips retires with effect from 1 August 2025. Background information Resident Judge Phillips was admitted as a Solicitor in 1980. He was appointed a part-ti…
- Retirement of The Right Honourable Sir Keith John Lindblom, Senior President of Tribunals2025-08-01retirement
The Right Honourable Sir Keith John Lindblom retires as the Senior President of Tribunals and Lord Justice of Appeal with effect from 1 August 2025
- Appointment of Resident Judge at Ipswich Crown Court2025-07-31
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Samantha Leigh has been appointed as Resident Judge at Ipswich Crown Court for a period of four y…
- Appointment of a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber: Skinner2025-07-30Tribunal Judge
The President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber, The Honourable Dame Heather Williams, in exercise of the powers delegated to her by The Senior President of Tribunals, The Right Ho…
- High Court: Retirement of The Honourable Sir Peter Marcel Roth2025-07-29retirement
The Honourable Sir Peter Marcel Roth retires as a Judge of the High Court (Chancery Division) with effect from 29 July 2025. Background information Sir Peter Roth was called to the Bar (Middle Temple)…
- Appointment of the new Deputy Head of Civil Justice2025-07-29
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- New Presiding Judges Appointed2025-07-28
The Lady Chief Justice, with the concurrence of the Lord Chancellor, has announced the appointment of three Presiding Judges. Mr Justice Calver has been appointed to the South Eastern Circuit where he…
- New Family Presiding Judges Appointed2025-07-23
The Lady Chief Justice, with the concurrence of the Lord Chancellor, has announced the appointment of two Family Presiding Judges. Ms Justice Harris has been appointed as the Family Presiding Judge fo…
- Appointment of a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber: McLean2025-07-22Tribunal Judge
The President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber, The Honourable Dame Heather Williams, in exercise of the powers delegated to her by The Senior President of Tribunals, The Right Ho…
- Appointment of a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber: Purcell2025-07-21Tribunal Judge
The President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber, The Honourable Dame Heather Williams, in exercise of the powers delegated to her by The Senior President of Tribunals, The Right Ho…
- Appointment of the Senior President of Tribunals2025-07-18
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- Appointment of a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber: Westby2025-07-18Tribunal Judge
The President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber, The Honourable Dame Heather Williams, in exercise of the powers delegated to her by The Senior President of Tribunals, The Right Ho…
- Appointment of the new Vice-President of the Court of Appeal, Civil Division2025-07-17Court of Appeal
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- Appointment of a Judge of the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber: Hadley2025-07-17Tribunal Judge
The President of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber, The Honourable Dame Heather Williams, in exercise of the powers delegated to her by The Senior President of Tribunals, The Right Ho…
- Appointment of a Circuit Judge Member to the Civil Procedure Rule Committee2025-07-17Circuit Judge
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- Appointment of Resident Judge at Bournemouth Crown Court2025-07-16
The Lady Chief Justice is pleased to announce that, following an Expressions of Interest exercise, HHJ Susan Evans KC has been appointed as Resident Judge at Bournemouth Combined Court for a period of…