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Judges (Political Activities)

Volume 942: debated on Monday 23 January 1978

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asked the Secretary of State for Scotland (1) whether, following the debate on 6th December, he will take steps to clarify what political activities a judge can or cannot indulge in;(2) whether, following the debate on 6th December, he will make clear to all sheriffs in Scotland that any political remarks or activities, no matter how impartial, will be considered a breach of duty.