Judges in the community
Members of the judiciary are involved in a wide range of work beyond hearing cases in court including work on Local Justice Boards, Court Boards, Parole Boards and Mental Health Review Tribunals.
Many judges and magistrates are also actively involved in work with students on initiatives such as Judges in Schools and Mock Trial competitions.
Community Payback Day – A Lord Chief Justice’s experience
In August 2006, the former Lord Chief Justice, Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers undertook a day of “community payback” near Milton Keynes. Read about his experience of a community payback scheme
Judges in schools
There is a lot of enthusiasm amongst judges for visits by schoolchildren to the courts. It's a chance to show them the robes and wigs, and also to explain the rules that govern everything they do. Read more about judges in schools
Judges in the local justice system
Judges are involved in the wider community in many ways - in this section you find out more about their work on Court Boards and Local Criminal Justice Boards. Read more about Judges in the local justice system
Diversity and Community Relations Judges
Diversity and Community Relations Judges (DCRJ) act as a bridge between the judiciary and the community. They form links with the community so that it gains a better understanding of the justice system and the role of a judge in criminal, civil and family justice. We hope that these links engender good relations with a range of local groups and inspire a positive image of the justice system. Read more about Diversity and Community Relations Judges