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“Justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done.” – Lord Chief Justice Hewart
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“It is the duty of the Judge to interpret and apply the law, not make it.” – Lord Slynn of Hadley
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“Rooted in the ancient maxim of the law, ‘audi alteram partem’ [hear the other side], the principles of natural justice have always been the hallmark of our legal system.” – Lord Mustill
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“The rule of law requires that like cases should be decided alike. Like should be treated alike, for that is the essence of justice.” – Lord Denning
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“The court has a constitutional duty to defend the liberties of the individual against the executive government.” – Lord Bingham
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“The function of the Judge must be to administer justice according to law, not to legislate.” – Lord Donaldson
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“The protection of the law is not just for the benefit of the law-abiding; it is also to protect the rights of individuals against the state.” – Lord Woolf
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“The principle of legality means that Parliament must make the law and nobody else.” – Baroness Hale
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“No matter how high the authority or how noble the cause, we must always remember that the end does not justify the means.” – Lord Reid
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“The law does not operate in a vacuum; it helps to shape, and in turn is shaped by, the society in which it operates.” – Lord Neuberger
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“The court is obliged to ensure that the process by which a person is deprived of his liberty is fair and just.” – Lady Hale
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“The rule of law is fundamental to our constitution and underpins the values upon which our democratic society is built.” – Lord Phillips
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“Justice requires not only a fair trial but also a fair hearing.” – Lord Woolf BIBLE QUOTES ABOUT FAITH HEALING
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“The highest duty of any judge is to uphold the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary.” – Lord Sumption
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“The court is the guardian of the constitution and the judge is the servant of the law.” – Lord Toulson
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“The principle of open justice ensures transparency and public accountability in the legal system.” – Lord Kerr
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“In our legal system, no one is above the law, not even the government.” – Lord Reed
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“The purpose of the criminal justice system is not solely to punish offenders but also to protect society and prevent reoffending.” – Lord Hope
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“Fairness is the cornerstone of the rule of law; without it, the judicial system loses its credibility.” – Lord Mance
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“Courts must strike a fair balance between the competing rights of individuals and the collective good of society.” – Baroness Hale
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“Judicial independence is a cornerstone of democracy and essential for upholding the rule of law.” – Lord Phillips
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“The constitution is not a mere collection of technical rules but embodies fundamental principles of justice and fairness.” – Lord Walker
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“A just society requires a strong and independent judiciary that can provide redress for those who have been wronged.” – Lord Dyson
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“The law is not an abstract concept; it must be applied in a way that reflects the values and needs of society.” – Lord Collins