In this episode, we’re sharing the opening address delivered at our 2023 Access to Justice Conference by His Honour Judge Neil Clark. Appointed to the North East circuit in 2012, Judge Clark has participated in a number of initiatives relating to both special measures and Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) at Leeds Crown Court.

This opening speech explores the justice system’s ongoing journey towards improved accessibility for vulnerable people. Listen in as Judge Clark shares both his personal experiences and his considerable experience in the courtroom, to unpack why he believes steady evolution, not rapid upheaval, is needed to continually improve access to justice.

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