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26 June 2024
Issue: 8077 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Benefits tribunal judges sought

The Judicial Appointments Commission is seeking a further 18 fee-paid judges for the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber

They will hear appeals on benefits being brought against central and local government. Applicants must be qualified chartered accountants.

The Judicial Office is holding a pre-application seminar on Microsoft Teams at 5-6pm on 1 July 2024. Register for the seminar at the Judicial Careers website.

Issue: 8077 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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