A traditional legal service and procession returned to Newport yesterday (Monday), to mark the start of the Law Year on the Isle of Wight.

Court official Julie Ford led a procession from the law courts on Quay Street to the nearby Newport Minster.

Among those in attendance was Isle of Wight Lord Lieutenant Susie Sheldon, Isle of Wight High Sheriff Graham Biss and Under Sheriff April Newton.

Representing the Isle of Wight Council was Vice Chair, Cllr Vanessa Churchman.

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Isle of Wight Crown Court Resident Judge Michael Bowes KC and Civil Judge, Judge Glen also attended.

Last year's service was held in Cowes due to Newport Minster undergoing refurbishment work.

With works now complete, a service could be held in the church once more.

To mark the occasion, hymns were sung, readings were given and prayers were said.

A choir of pupils from Queensgate Primary School also performed.