England and Wales
Further information: Circuit judge (UK)England and Wales is divided into six regions or circuits for the purposes of the administration of justice.
- Northern Circuit
- North Eastern Circuit
- Wales and Chester Circuit (also known as Wales and Cheshire)
- Midland Circuit
- Western Circuit
- South Eastern Circuit
The system is overseen by the Lord Chancellor. The membership consists of High Court Judges, Circuit Judges, District Judges, law practitioners and academic lawyers. The Circuits also form the basis for administration of the Bar in England and Wales. The Circuit Bars are represented on the Bar Council through the Circuit Leaders.
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