Independence of Judiciary

3. Requirement that judges remain completely free from political party bias.
7. Rule preventing politicians from discussing active court cases in Parliament.
10. Protocol stating government ministers must not verbally attack judicial decisions.
11. Paid directly from the Consolidated Fund to prevent political manipulation.
12. Legislation placing a statutory duty on ministers to uphold independence.
13. The objective mindset expected of judges to ensure fair trials.
14. Doctrine ensuring court buildings are physically distinct from government offices.

1. The automatic disqualification of a judge who has personal interests.
2. The branch of government that cannot instruct judges on rulings.
4. Landmark case establishing strict rules on judicial bias and neutrality.
5. Legal protection shielding judges from being sued for courtroom statements.
6. Serious process requiring a formal address by both Houses of Parliament.
8. Independent commission responsible for selecting judges based purely on merit.
9. Advancement process managed independently to avoid political favoritism or bias.
11. Guarantee of tenure ensuring judges cannot be dismissed for unpopular decisions.