Chapter 8.1 - Relations between branches - Role of Supreme Court Flashcards
1
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THE ROLE AND COMPOSITION OF THE SUPREME COURT
A
THE ROLE AND COMPOSITION OF THE SUPREME COURT
2
Q
When was the Supreme Court established?
A
2009
3
Q
How many justices sit on the UK Supreme Court?
A
12
4
Q
Why is the Supreme Court very important?
A
They set legal precedents for lower courts to follow
5
Q
What was the highest court of appeal in the UK before the Supreme Court?
A
The House of Lords
6
Q
Where did 12 Law Lords give their judgements as the previous highest court of appeal?
A
Appellate Committee
7
Q
What Parliament Act established the Supreme Court?
A
Constitutional Reform Act 2005
8
Q
What commission determines the membership of the Supreme Court?
A
5-member Selection Committee
9
Q
Whose role is it to accept or reject nominations to the Supreme Court?
A
The Justice Secretary
