2 Role of the magistracy within the criminal justice system
The modernisation of the magistrates’ courts
Allocation of cases to magistrates
Diversity and age profile of magistrates
Attracting a wider range of applicants
How magistrates’ training is organised
The resources available for training
The quality and range of training
Making training more accessible
Continuing professional development and appraisal
History and rationale of the court closure programme
Impact of court closures on magistrates and court users
6 Expanding the role of magistrates
Involvement of magistrates in problem-solving approaches
Giving magistrates a broader remit
7 A strategy for the magistracy
Conclusions and recommendations
List of Reports from the Committee during the current Parliament
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