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CHAPTER 10 THE OFFICE OF TEMPORARY JUDGE
What was proposed?
10.1 In Chapter 11 of the consultation paper we set out proposals to place the tenure of temporary judges on a similar basis to that enjoyed by part-time sheriffs. We also sought views on whether appointment as a temporary judge should fall within the remit of the judicial appointments board.
What views were expressed in the consultation?
10.2 There was a body of opinion that favoured the board's having a role in the appointment of temporary judges, although this was balanced by strong contrary views that favoured the present arrangements.
How do we intend to proceed?
10.3 We explained in Chapter 6 of this paper why we have decided to include the office of temporary judge in the remit of the judicial appointments board. We also explained why we were distinguishing appointments of serving and former sheriffs principal and sheriffs.
10.4 Our proposals for strengthening the tenure of the office of temporary judge are set out in paragraphs 11.7 and 11.8 of the consultation paper. We have not yet developed these into draft sections as the arrangements for providing temporary judicial assistance in the Court of Session and High Court are closely related to the view that is taken on the proposals for unification of the judiciary, which in turn depends upon the current discussions with the judiciary on the governance of the Scottish Court Service.
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