
On Monday 11th July, The High Sheriff welcomed six new Magistrates at a Swearing-In Ceremony at Stafford Crown Court.
The Master of Ceremonies was Kath Day who opened the Ceremony and then the new Magistrates were welcomed by Her Honour Judge Kristine Montgomery QC.
The new Justices were called in alphabetical order to take their oaths or affirmations and a speech was delivered by HM Lord-Lieutenant Ian Dudson CBE KstJ.
The High Sheriff followed with his welcome speech thanking the new Magistrates for becoming an important part of the Judicial System in the County and noting that as Magistrates their important contribution would be highly valued. The speeches were concluded with an address from Mr Alan Jones JP, Bench Chair for Staffordshire.