In this episode of pplpod, we take a deep dive into the Court of Appeal (England and Wales), the second most senior court in the English legal system. Join us as we explore the court's chaotic origins before its formation in 1875 and how it operates today as the highest court within the Senior Courts.

We break down the distinct roles of the Civil Division, led by the Master of the Rolls, and the Criminal Division, headed by the Lady Chief Justice. Listen in to understand critical procedural changes, including the impact of the Woolf and Bowman reforms and the Access to Justice Act 1999, which streamlined the permission to appeal process to reduce delays and costs. Whether you are interested ...