Across
- 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.
Down
- 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.