HC Deb 08 May 1989 vol 152 c300W
29. Mr. Harry Greenway

To ask the Attorney-General what qualities and abilities are fundamental to the appointment of an individual as a Queen's counsel; and if he will make a statement.

The Attorney-General

The Lord Chancellor recommends the grant of silk only to barristers of sufficient standing who he is satisfied have reached an appropriate level of professional eminence and distinction.