Legal & Policy

The UK Supreme Court

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Mark Elliott discusses the structure and operations of the UK Supreme Court, highlighting its 12 justices appointed through an independent commission, its primarily appellate jurisdiction with some original jurisdiction over devolution issues, and its role in interpreting legislation without the power to strike down Acts of Parliament. Key for content creators is understanding the court's non-partisan reputation and limited public profile compared to other supreme courts, despite handling contentious cases under the Human Rights Act 1998.

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