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Appointment of High Court Judge: Heather Norton

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The King is pleased to approve the appointment of a Justice of the High Court. This appointment will take effect from 6 October 2025.

The candidate approved as a High Court Judge is Heather Norton, following an open competition run by the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC).

This appointment will fill a vacancy in the High Court following elevations to the Court of Appeal and confirmed retirements.

Read Heather’s full bio.

Read the full announcement.