10 July 2014
The House of Lords Constitution Committee has launched an inquiry into the ancient office of Lord Chancellor. The role changed significantly in 2005 with the passing of the Constitutional Reform Act. The Lord Chancellor is no longer the head of the judiciary or presiding officer of the House of Lords, but does retain a role in appointing judges and upholding judicial independence and the rule of law. Oral evidence will be heard in July and will resume in October. Interested parties are invited to submit written evidence by 29 August 2014 to constitution@parliament.uk
