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Lincolnshire. Leicestershire & Rutland, and Northamptonshire (LLRN)
HMICA's inspection report on the LLRN Area is published today (22 August). The report can be accessed by clicking here.
Our Annual Report is published today
HMICA's Annual Report for the year 2007 - 2008 has been published today (18 July 2008). The report can be accessed by clicking here.Aspects of the Enforcement of Court Orders - Report of the Joint Inspection
On behalf of the Criminal Justice Chief Inspectors, HMICA has published a joint report on the enforcement of court orders and the handling of warrants.
The inspection took place in January and February 2008, to assess the effectiveness of strategic and operational work between and within courts, probation areas, youth offending teams and police services. Four court areas were visited: Essex, Greater Manchester, London and North Yorkshire
HMICA's partners in this inspection were HM Inspectorates of Constabulary and Probation.
The Family Courts - the experience of service users
HMICA has published today (31 July) the report of a pilot inspection carried out at Sheffield family courts based on the experience of parties in family proceedings.
Inspectors praised the efficiency of court administration systems in Sheffield, which result in the timely processing of family cases. They also made four recommendations to improve the service further, particularly on aspects of safety, security and the provision of appropriate information and guidance for service users.