The Judges Flashcards
Who presides over he Civil division of the Court of Appeal?
Master of the Rolls
Who presides over the Criminal Division of the Court of Appeal?
Lord Chief Justice
Which body has the responsibility for selecting High Court Judges?
The Judicial Appointments Commission
Which body can sack High Court judges for misbehaviour which in office?
The Queen, by petition of both Houses of Parliament.
Which piece of legislation reduced the powers of the Lord Chancellor?
The Constitutional Reform Act 2005
How are the justices of the Supreme Court appointed?
By a temporary Commission set up by a Minister. It has a minimum of 5 members and must include at least one judge of the Supreme Court, one person without legal qualifications, and one member from each of the three judicial appointing bodies of England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
How many female judges sit in the Supreme Court?
Two, Baroness Hale of Richmond and Lady Black
Do judges wear wigs and gowns in all court rooms?
All except in civil cases, where there is no requirement for wearing a wig
Are the judges independent?
Yes, by virtue of the separation of powers in the UK
