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Judiciary and Courts (Scotland) Act 2008

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Judiciary and Courts (Scotland) Act 2008

2008 asp 6

The Act

Part 2 – the Judiciary

Chapter 3 - Judicial Appointments

Sheriffs principal, sheriffs and part-time sheriffs

Section 26 – Appointment of part-time sheriffs

66.This section amends section 11A of the 1971 Act to place a requirement on the Scottish Ministers to consult the Lord President prior to appointing a part-time sheriff.

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Judiciary and Courts (Scotland) Act 2008

2008 asp 6

The Act

Part 2 – the Judiciary

Chapter 3 - Judicial Appointments

Sheriffs principal, sheriffs and part-time sheriffs

Section 26 – Appointment of part-time sheriffs

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