Written question asked by Lord Strathclyde (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 February 2004. It was answered by Lord Falconer of Thoroton (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 February 2004.

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Falconer of Thoroton, Lord

Question

Whether the Statement which the Lord Chancellor made on 26 January 2004, 657 c12, on constitutional reform and judicial independence reflects a compromise negotiated between Privy Counsellors on Privy Council terms and binding in honour on all those who gave it their assent; and whether it will be subject to alteration by Parliament if circumstances change. [HL 1297].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1297; 657 c155WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

House of Lords Judiciary Judges Ministerial duties Public appointments Privy Council Reform Supreme Court Department for Constitutional Affairs