judge

• Who is the head of the judiciary in the UK?

  Lord Chief Justice
• What are the types of judges in the UK judiciary?

  • Superior Judges
  • Inferior Judges
  • Justices of the Supreme Court
  • Lord Justices of Appeal
  • Puisne Judges
  • Circuit Judges
  • Recorders
  • District Judges
  • Tribunal Judges
• What is the role of judges in civil and criminal courts?

  Judges deliver verdicts and ensure justice is served in both civil and criminal cases.
• Who proposed the doctrine of separation of powers?

  Montesquieu
• What are the three 'arms of the state' identified by Montesquieu?


  Legislature, Executive, Judiciary
• Why should the three arms of the state remain separate?


  To safeguard the liberty of citizens and maintain checks and balances.
• What does Montesquieu argue about the union of legislative and executive powers?


  It can lead to a lack of liberty for citizens.
• What is a fusion of powers in the context of the UK judiciary?


  It refers to the overlap between the Legislature and the Executive, such as senior government ministers being MPs.
• Who is the current Lord Chancellor?


  Dominic Raab
• What is the significance of the Lord Chancellor's role in the judiciary?


  It allows for a check and balance between the judiciary and the other two arms of government.
• What are the key aspects of judicial independence discussed in the lesson?


  Security of tenure, immunity from suit, and independence from the legislature and executive.
• What is the significance of the independence of the judiciary?


  It ensures that judges can make decisions free from external pressures.
• What are the advantages of judicial independence?


  It protects the rule of law and ensures fair trials.
• What are the roles of judges in civil and criminal cases?


  • In civil cases: Resolve disputes between individuals or organizations.
  • In criminal cases: Determine guilt or innocence and impose sentences.
• What are the implications of Montesquieu's separation of powers theory?


  • Protects liberty by preventing concentration of power.
  • Ensures checks and balances among branches of government.
  • Promotes accountability and transparency in governance.
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the current judiciary system?

  Strengths:

  • Judicial independence
  • Rule of law

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Potential biases
  • Limited representation