Over 1,000 rooms, three and a half miles of corridors, and the biggest Victorian mosaic floor in Europe.

In this episode, we are joined by Richard from the Royal Courts of Justice Estates Office to explore the history of this iconic building, from its construction in the 1880s to its connections with Queen Victoria, who watched barristers arguing below from a balcony, in an area that became known as the 'bear garden'.

We discuss some of the building's more unusual stories, including a mysterious room number staff have never been able to fully remove, and an accident involving the clock tower.

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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 history sit alongside modern courtrooms still in use today.

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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.

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