EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 12 MIN
On the bench: Why magistrates matter
from Inside HMCTS
What does it take to sit on the bench and deliver justice? Less than you might think. Nick balances his work as a driving instructor with 17 years of volunteering as a magistrate in Sheffield and he says it's one of the most rewarding things he's ever done. In this episode of Inside HMCTS, he walks us through the reality of the role, working as a team, supported by a legal adviser and making decisions that genuinely improve lives. He shares how his employers have supported him, the skills he's brought back to his day job, and why anyone aged 18-74 should consider applying.For more information visit: icanbeamagistrate.co.uk Send us Fan MailFor full transcript of each episode, please visit - Inside HMCTS
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What does it take to sit on the bench and deliver justice? Less than you might think. Nick balances his work as a driving instructor with 17 years of volunteering as a magistrate in Sheffield and he says it's one of the most rewarding things he's ever done. In this episode of Inside HMCTS, he walks us through the reality of the role, working as a team, supported by a legal adviser and making decisions that genuinely improve lives. He shares how his employers have supported h...
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