Ministry of Justice

Today we're announcing landmark sentencing reforms to put an end to the prison crisis. Read the government’s response to the independent sentencing review: gov.uk/government/new…

Watch Lord Chancellor @ShabanaMahmood call for ECHR reform to help restore trust in the rule of law at home and overseas 👇. Talks in Strasbourg focused on keeping the convention strong and relevant. The UK has also pledged €100k to @coe to support Ukraine Action Plan @UKDelCoE.

During #VolunteersWeek, we reflect on the role magistrates play in our justice system. As Lord Ponsonby writes in his article for LBC, lbc.co.uk/opinion/views/… Curious? Visit 👉icanbeamagistrate.co.uk

Intensive Supervision Courts are being rolled out to tackle prolific offending, offering treatment and close monitoring for offenders with issues like addiction, and punishments including prison for those who don’t comply. @JamesTCobbler spoke to @BBCNews on why they work.

Last week, Lord Chancellor @ShabanaMahmood and Minister @SarahSackman KC MP welcomed legal sector leaders to Downing Street. They celebrated the work being done to drive innovation and growth across the UK and acknowledged the legal sector as a key pillar of the justice system.

🚨 The Independent Review of Criminal Courts, led by Sir Brian Leveson, has been published with bold proposals to reduce court delays. The Government will respond in full this Autumn, with the work already backed by record-level investment in the courts. ➡️ Learn more here

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the 7/7 attacks which claimed 52 innocent lives. As we reflect two decades on, our thoughts remain with the victims, bereaved families, and brave emergency services who responded.

"This plan was written with and for you to get our NHS back on its feet, to make sure it's fit for the future." @WesStreeting explains the 10 Year Health Plan in 90 seconds 👇

From home surveillance to substance detection, see how tech can help transform prisons and probation. This week, tech firms pitched groundbreaking Justice solutions to Lord Timpson, @JamesTCobbler at the Innovation Den, a Dragon's Den-style event. More: gov.uk/government/new…

Watch live: Our 10 Year Health Plan to rewire the NHS. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Our 10 Year Health Plan. We’re making the NHS fit for the future.

👨👩‍⚕️ We will only make the NHS fit for the future with the help of the people who use it and work in it. 📍 That's why we travelled the country to hear your views, experiences and ideas. 🤝 Together, we've created the 10 Year Health Plan.

Cindy Butts, former @policeconduct Commissioner, is the preferred candidate for Independent Public Advocate. This reflects our commitment to ensuring victims voices are heard and those affected by major disasters get the support they deserve. Read more: bit.ly/45KY1Iv.

We’ve announced changes to the Early Removal Scheme which will mean prisoners with no right to be in the country could face deportation earlier into their sentences. Read more: bit.ly/46eLRaX

It’s here. Read our strategy: gov.uk/government/pub…

We're continuing free access to judge’s sentencing remarks for victims of rape and sexual offences. These words remind victims how far they’ve come and empower them when rebuilding their lives. bbc.com/news/articles/…

A Spending Review that invests in Britain’s renewal. Click to read ⬇️

Watch the Spending Review live later today after Prime Minister's Questions ⬇️

We are delighted to announce Dr Jo Farrar CB OBE as the new Permanent Secretary of MoJ. Jo brings with her a wealth of experience having previously served as Second Permanent Secretary of MoJ and Chief Executive of @HMPPS. We look forward to welcoming Jo soon.

Minister @sarahsackman KC MP and legal experts came together alongside the @GREATBritain Legal Services Team at #LIDW2025 this week to spotlight the UK’s global edge in dispute resolution. Trusted. Innovative. Backed by government. Hear from experts on the UK legal sector:

For too long, people in the North & Midlands have been locked out of the investment they deserve. With £15.6bn of investment, we're giving local leaders the means to drive cities, towns and communities forward, investing in Britain’s renewal. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…