O’Brien v Ministry of Justice (formerly Department of Constitutional Affairs) [2013] UKSC 6, Supreme Court

Abstract

Essential Cases: Public Law provides a bridge between course textbooks and key case judgments. This case document summarizes the facts and decision in O’Brien v Ministry of Justice (formerly Department of Constitutional Affairs) [2013] UKSC 6, Supreme Court. This case considered whether part-time judges were entitled to judicial pensions, but more generally considers the extent to which judicial remuneration is constitutionally protected from political influence. The document also includes supporting commentary from author Thomas Webb.