Supreme Court Principles: Neutrality & Independence (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards

Judges impartial, not influenced by bias/politics/pressure; decide on law & facts only

Legal reasoning & interpretation of laws, not personal opinions

Make judicial appointments more transparent

Select Supreme Court Justices (replaced Lord Chancellor advising PM)

Must avoid; cannot join political parties

Judgments written & published showing legal reasoning

Judiciary free from executive/legislative interference

Judges cannot be removed from office arbitrarily

Serious misconduct + resolution by both Houses of Parliament

Salaries set by statute, cannot be reduced by government

Power to oversee & check actions of executive & legislative branches

Unconscious bias; judges influenced by backgrounds/experiences

High level; people believe judges act impartially & independently

Prevent bribery or financial incentive

Protects judges from political pressure; judiciary operates independently