Tribunal Justice: Building on strength

"I am very grateful to Lord Newton, and the Council on Tribunals, for giving me this opportunity at this conference to exchange some ideas with a uniquely informed audience.

Since my appointment as Senior President Designate in July, I have deliberately kept a low profile. Before raising my head above the parapet, I needed a period to learn about the existing Tribunal system and the proposed changes, and to begin to form my own views. I also wanted to wait until the new Chief Executive was in post, so that we could have a chance to compare our ideas before either of us went public. I say at once that I see this as only the beginning of a discussion, to which I hope you and all other tribunal members will feel free to contribute..."