judicial impartiality

Question 1

judicial impartiality: A

Answer 1

-anonymity
-judges generally operate away from the public eye and rarely speak publicly on issues of law
-senior judges are expected to avoid being drawn into open defence of their rulings, or open criticism of those in government

Question 2

judicial impartiality: PA

Answer 2

-political activity
-judges aren’t supposed to campaign on behalf of a political party/pressure group
-they have the right to vote but their political views shouldn’t be a matter of public record

Question 3

judicial impartiality: LJOJ

Answer 3

-legal justification of judgements
-the fact that senior judges are expected to explain how their decisions are rooted in law makes it less likely that their decisions will be based on personal opinions

Question 5

why is judicial independence and impartiality important?

Answer 5

-they can uphold the rule of law without fear of repercussions
-they can review the actions of public officials in accordance with the rule of law
-they can interpret statutes in accordance with the HRA

Question 5

judicial impartiality: HLT

Answer 5

-high level training
-judges are part of a profession that is highly trained and regulated by the law society
-elevation to the bench would suggest an ability to put personal bias to one side
-additional guidance and training can be offered or required where concerns exist