Welcome to Judiciary NI
About us
Welcome to the website of the judiciary in Northern Ireland. You will find information regarding the judiciary as well as information on the latest judgments and judicial decisions which will allow you to read what a judge has said in court when giving judgment.
Nomenclature of Courts
With the accession of King Charles III, references in court rules, forms and court signage to “Queen’s Bench Division” should be construed as “King’s Bench Division” with immediate effect. References to “Her Majesty” should be read as “His Majesty”. Any reference to the Queen in a writ issued prior to today’s date is to be construed as a reference to the King.
Judicial Participation in Research Projects
Judicial decisions
- Practice Direction 3 of 2026 - Amendment to Matrimonial and Civil Partnership Petitions
- MacCionnaith (Breandan) Application for Judicial Review - Leave stage
- Breandán Mac Cionnaith's Application and in the matter of a Determination by the Parades Commission
- In the matter of an inquest touching upon the death of Lee Gannon