HAVE you ever wondered what goes on in your local magistrates court? If the answer is yes, then now is the time to find out.

The magistrates court for Bury is running a mock trial evening on Tuesday, September 15, starting at 6pm.

The evening will consist of a talk about the processes of the magistrates court, followed by a trial when visitors will be asked to decide the verdict and the sentence, a bail application and a sentencing exercise for someone pleading guilty. To find out more, telephone 0161 447 8604.