Appointment of High Court Judge: Simon Birt
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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 3 October 2025.
The candidate approved as a High Court Judge is Simon Birt KC, 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.