The responsibilities of the Attorney-General for Northern Ireland (AGNI) currently attach ex officio to the Attorney-General for England and Wales. After devolution of criminal justice functions, the arrangements for appointment of the AGNI will be as set out in Part 2 of the Justice (Northern Ireland) Act 2002, which provides that the appointment is a matter for the First Minister and deputy First Minister. Section 22(6) requires that a person appointed as AGNI must be a member of the Bar of Northern Ireland or a solicitor of at least 10 years' standing.