We have:

• Responded to the additional fees review
• Responded to consultation on a proposed long-term sickness policy.
• Responded to consultation on changes to the permitted retirement age.
• Made representations in relation to the inclusion of fee paid judges in the bi-annual survey of judges’ views
• Made representations informally on other matters, such as fees being paid for earlier cancellations, and increases in the limits on hotel expenses.

We also

• Run a survey on attitudes of the fee-paid judiciary towards the Flexible Operating Hours pilots.
• Responded to consultations on proposed changes to Judicial Terms and Conditions, including pensions and sitting days.
• Liaised in relation to HMCTS Reform
• Had input into the Briggs review of the structure of the Courts and the creation of the Online Court
• Responded to the Mackenzie Friend Consultation.

In addition, we:

• Provide assistance for Members facing judicial conduct complaints
• Encourage and help with mentoring
• Organise social events, such as informal suppers attended by both members and leadership judges