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Part 2The judiciary

Chapter 3Judicial appointments

Lord President and Lord Justice Clerk

20Selection criteria

(1)This section applies where a panel established under section 19(2) is selecting an individual to be recommended by it as suitable for appointment.

(2)Selection must be solely on merit.

(3)The panel may select an individual only if it is satisfied that the individual is of good character.