Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 81033

Magistrates

Tabled: 10 October 2025

Answered: 20 October 2025

Question

Mr Joshua Reynolds

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether his Department plans to introduce (a) long service (i) awards and (ii) medals and (b) additional forms of formal recognition to support the (A) retention and (B) morale of magistrates.

Answer

Sarah Sackman

Magistrates are already recognised for their service through initiatives such as long service certificates, nominations for UK National Honours, and invitations to Royal Garden Parties. Ministers are actively considering options to further recognise the i...

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