§ Mrs. Winifred Ewingasked the Lord Advocate what are the criteria he uses in recommending persons for appointment to the Shrieval and Supreme Benches.
The Lord AdvocateIn making recommendations for any appointment to the Supreme Court or Shrieval Bench, I have regard to the qualifications for the particular appointment prescribed by116W statute, and to the quality, ability and experience of the persons having those qualifications who are available for appointment.