Parliament To Approve Government Brexit Plans - Supreme Court

The transcript discusses the role of judges in Brexit, highlighting the backlash against judicial decisions and the public's reaction. It explores the debate over the appointment and scrutiny of judges, comparing the UK and US systems. Concerns are raised about the impact of political scrutiny on judicial independence and the potential deterrent effect on joining the judiciary.

What triggered the Supreme Court appeal related to Brexit?

• A parliamentary vote

• A public referendum

• A government decision

• Gina Miller's High Court victory

What is a key difference between the appointment of Supreme Court justices in the US and the UK?

• US justices are appointed for life, UK justices are not

• UK justices are appointed by the Prime Minister, US justices are not

• US justices are appointed based on political leanings, UK justices are not

• UK justices are elected, US justices are appointed

What is the main role of the UK Supreme Court as discussed in the video?

• To declare legislation unconstitutional

• To enforce government policies

• To interpret legislation

• To create new laws

Why might political scrutiny deter some from joining the judiciary in the UK?

• It might require relocation

• It could increase workload

• It might undermine faith in legal judgments

• It could lead to lower salaries

What concern is raised about knowing judges' personal views?

• It might increase public trust

• It might reduce transparency

• It could enhance judicial independence

• It could lead to biased judgments