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The Judicial Appointments Commission is looking to appoint 200 tribunal judges across the UK. Closing date is 19 October 2021.
08 October 2021
The proposals
We have responded to a consultation issued by the Queen’s Counsel Appointments (QCA) which proposes a change to the current QC appointments process and Competency Framework.
The proposals would add a separate sub-competency covering ‘commands confidence’ as part of the existing QC application process and ‘integrity’ competency.
Our view
Our response bears careful consideration of the existing process for the appointment of QCs and guidance for applicants which explains the approach taken by the selection panel at present, since the changes made in 2018.
We support the proposal that a separate sub-competency covering ‘commands confidence’ should be established as part of the existing QC application process and ‘integrity’ competency.
We are also supportive of mechanisms being put in place to ensure that the Selection Panel is provided with sufficient evidence and reporting of behaviour by applicants in the course of their work as advocates.
Download the response
The Law Society responds to the consultation on Queen's Counsel Appointments (PDF 251KB)
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