Decision details

The Magistrates Association are looking to replicate the event this year with a new ‘charge’ and ensuring participation from a broad range of schools across GM, including those who may struggle to cover the costs of transport. The event has previously provided young people with experience of court room process, public speaking and confidence building. We are keen to give young people these experiences as well as opportunity to meet professionals and build aspirations. Which will contribute to the reduction of young people’s involvement with risky behaviours associated with becoming involved with serious violence.

We are seeking to award the Magistrates Association £1,500 in funding to support the running of their year 6 mock trial competition. In 2022, the event attracted 16 teams from 15 schools from 7 boroughs. Some teams took the part of the CPS and others the Defence, the charge was ‘Cyber Bullying.’ 150 young people took part in total with speaking and non-speaking roles – court reporter, court artist etc. GMP, BTP and GMFRS were also present to speak to the young people.