HC Deb 05 June 1972 vol 838 c22W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Attorney-General why he will not bring in a Bill to give himself responsibility for making judicial appointments.

The Attorney-General

It would be constitutionally objectionable for the Attorney-General as head of the Bar and as advocate for the Crown in proceedings before the courts to be responsible for judicial appointments. It would also be impracticable as he has not the necessary organisation to assist him.