§ Sir P. Rawlinsonasked the Attorney-General what is the present number of Lords of Appeal in Ordinary; and how far they are short of the maximum at present permitted by statute.
§ The Attorney-GeneralThe present number of Lords of Appeal in Ordinary is nine, which is two less than the maximum of 11 fixed by the Administration of Justice Act, 1968. However, the appointment of another Lord of Appeal has been announced, and is expected to take place shortly.