Another Important Judiciary Crossroads

Friday October 10, 2008
Choose CJ with care, says Bar Council


KUALA LUMPUR: The Bar Council hopes acceptable criteria will be used by the Government in the selection of the Chief Justice. The post of Chief Justice becomes vacant on Oct 18.

Council president Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan said that in the absence of a judicial appointments commission, acceptable norms would need to prevail.

She said seniority in terms of the position currently held was one criterion, and seniority in terms of the years of experience on the Bench was another important consideration.

“Integrity, judicial temperament and a demonstration of independence are also vital qualities,” she said.

“The Chief Justice sets the tone in the judiciary and guides its direction, and therefore, must enjoy the confidence of Malaysians,” she said in a statement yesterday.

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