Overview

This bill proposes to raise the retirement age for magistrates in England and Wales from 70 to 75 years old. This change aims to retain the experience and expertise of older magistrates within the justice system.

Description

The Magistrates (Retirement Age) Bill amends section 13 of the Courts Act 2003. Specifically, it alters three subsections within section 13, replacing all instances of "70" with "75". This directly changes the mandatory retirement age for magistrates. The bill applies only to England and Wales and will come into effect four weeks after it receives Royal Assent.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to significantly impact government spending. The potential cost savings from fewer magistrates needing to be replaced are likely to be minimal compared to the potential benefits of retaining experienced judges.

Groups Affected

• Magistrates: Magistrates aged 70-75 will be able to continue their roles for an additional five years.
• Courts and the Justice System: Courts and the justice system will benefit from the experience of the older magistrates.
• Individuals involved in court cases: Individuals may encounter magistrates within the 70-75 age range.

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