ABSTRACT

I conclude, in summary, by saying that judicial independence in principle and practice is fundamental to the functioning of a parliamentary democracy and to freedom under the law. And that our constitutional settlement, including the Law Lords, and the office of Lord Chancellor, provides for both independence and accountability. And that these features of our constitution have as relevant and useful a part to play in the future as they have in the past. You have now heard enough from me about how we deal with the balance of