Judicial Independence and Neutrality

In what year did the Supreme Court being its work?

What principle ensures judges' actions and decisions are free from Executive and Parliament pressure?

Why is judicial independence crucial in a democracy?

• To allow the government to exceed its powers

• To prevent government tyranny and protect citizens' rights

• To influence judges with short-term public opinion

• To enable the government to discriminate against groups

What group is responsible for the appointment of judges?

Judges remaining in the job until they are 75 is known as what?

What safeguards judges' pay from political influence?

• It is decided by the government

• It is subject to Parliament’s annual budgets

• It is paid out of a Consolidated Fund, decided by an independent pay review body

• It is determined by the Prime Minister

What is the 'Sub Judice' rule?

• A legal principle that prohibits public discussion of ongoing legal proceedings

• A rule that allows media to report on any legal case

• A guideline for judges to follow in court

• A law that mandates public access to court documents

Which of the following is an example of a breach of the sub judice rule?

• A judge explaining a court ruling

• The Home Secretary commenting on a legal ruling

• An MP praising a judicial decision

• A lawyer discussing a past court case

How did the creation of the UK Supreme Court strengthen judicial independence?

• By making judges members of the legislature

• By reinforcing the separation of powers

• By allowing justices to participate in legislative debates

• By increasing political pressure on judges

Who brought a significant case concerning Brexit to the Supreme Court to challenge the governments actions?