A - Z - Ministry of Justice

About us
Information on our strategy, who we are, ministers, organisational structure, organisations we sponsor and advisory groups.

Access keys
Access keys are designed to help users who may have difficulty using pointing devices. This site uses the UK Government's access keys standards.

Accessibility and help
In this section you will find guidance on finding your way around the website, access keys available, hearing our website with screenreaders, and help with portable document files and RSS feeds.

Administrative justice and tribunals
The Ministry of Justice aims to improve the way in which disputes over administrative decisions affecting individuals and disputes over employment rights are dealt with.

Advisory groups
Groups that advise the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice.

Alternative Business Structures fact sheet
The Legal Services Act, which received Royal Assent on 30 October 2007, reforms the way in which legal services are regulated in England and Wales.

Alternative dispute resolution
Courts should be the last resort for people involved in civil or family disputes. Mediation is an alternative to litigation and can be cheaper, quicker and less stressful.

Announcements 2008

Arrests for recorded crime (notifiable offences) and the operation of certain police powers under PACE
Released by the Ministry of Justice and produced in accordance with arrangements provided by the UK Statistics Authority.

Asset management strategy
The Ministry of Justice is responsible for assets (property and IT) worth nearly £10 billion.

Average time from arrest to sentence for persistent young offenders
The latest National Statistics on persistent young offenders released by the Ministry of Justice and produced in accordance with arrangements approved by the UK Statistics Authority.