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Inside HMCTS

Booking Overview

Inside HMCTS is an official behind-the-scenes look at the UK courts and tribunals system, featuring perspectives from the people who run it and use it. It’s a strong platform for guests with practical justice-system experience—offering credibility, human impact, and policy/operations relevance for PR around public services.

Metrics

Episodes: 27

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 6.0k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hmcts.communications@justice.gov.uk

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Individuals with direct, credible experience in HMCTS or the justice system—e.g., court staff and operational delivery leadership, judges/magistrates, mediators, legal professionals, researchers, or service users/volunteers.
Required Achievements:  
Significant tenure or frontline experience in courts/tribunals or justice-related public service, Named contributions to internal strategies (e.g., social mobility initiatives) or community engagement (e.g., ambassador roles), Demonstrated service/leadership despite personal or operational challenges

Recent Guest Discussions

Zak - Social Mobility Strategy Ambassadors; School Visits And Conversations Tied To Career Opportunities In The Justice System.

Jan - Social Mobility Strategy Ambassadors; School Visits And Conversations Tied To Career Opportunities In The Justice System.

Carol - Experience As A Magistrate For Over 22 Years; Volunteering And Adaptation After Losing Most Sight In 2012.

Recent Topics

Justice, Courts, Tribunals, Public Service, Law

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Inside HMCTS
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Historic Court Buildings: Derby's dungeons and royal visits

September 28, 2026

What's it like to stand inside the oldest magistrates' court in the country?  In this episode, Melissa visits Derby Justice Centre, joined by senior legal advisor Glyn to explore the history of the Shire Hall, built in 1665.Hear about its origins as a medieval court and public entertainment space, to its links with the Pentrich Martyrs and a hidden underground dungeon. They also discuss the building's royal connections, its award-winning restoration, and how centuries of histor...

Is it really HMCTS? How to spot a scam

August 28, 2026

Scams pretending to be from HMCTS can look and sound convincing. In this episode, we speak to Matt from our Counter Fraud team about how these scams work, the warning signs to look out for and what you should do if you're unsure.From fake phone calls and emails to fraudsters posing as enforcement officers, Matt shares practical advice to help you stay one step ahead.The key message? Stop. Think. Check. Don't feel pressured to make a payment or share your personal information.Send us...

Breaking barriers: HMCTS and Social Mobility

June 11, 2026

In this episode, Delivery Director Jane shares her journey from a working class background to senior leadership and explains the Social Mobility Strategy HMCTS has developed to ensure career opportunities in the justice system are for everyone. Social mobility ambassadors Jan and Zak then bring that strategy to life, telling us about the school visits, the conversations, and the moments that remind them why this work matters.Send us Fan MailFor full transcript of each episode, please visit - ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Inside HMCTS
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How do I get in touch with Inside HMCTS?

Its publicly listed email is hmcts.communications@justice.gov.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Inside HMCTS?

The publicly listed email for Inside HMCTS: hmcts.communications@justice.gov.uk.

How many listeners does Inside HMCTS have?

Podseeker estimates Inside HMCTS reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Inside HMCTS?

Inside HMCTS typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Individuals with direct, credible experience in HMCTS or the justice system—e.g., court staff and operational delivery leadership, judges/magistrates, mediators, legal professionals, researchers, or service users/volunteers. Common among recent guests: Significant tenure or frontline experience in courts/tribunals or justice-related public service; Named contributions to internal strategies (e.g., social mobility initiatives) or community engagement (e.g., ambassador roles); Demonstrated service/leadership despite personal or operational challenges. Recent guests include Zak, Jan, and Carol.

How hard is it to get booked on Inside HMCTS?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Inside HMCTS cover?

Recent episodes cover Justice, Courts, Tribunals, Public Service, and Law. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

hmcts.communications@justice.gov.uk

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