Who is the current Lord Chancellor of Great Britain?
Q: Who is the current Lord Chancellor of Great Britain?
A: The current Lord Chancellor of Great Britain is Dominic Raab.
Q: What are the responsibilities of the Lord Chancellor?
A: The Lord Chancellor is responsible for the Great Seal and for the efficient functioning and independence of the courts.
Q: Was Tony Blair able to abolish the position of Lord Chancellor?
A: No, Tony Blair was not able to abolish the position of Lord Chancellor. He removed some of its responsibilities and divided others, and now the holder is usually in the House of Commons.
Q: What was required before Tony Blair became Prime Minister?
A: Before Tony Blair became Prime Minister, it was required that he be a member of the House of Lords, be its presiding officer, and be Britain's highest-ranking judge.
Q: How does one become appointed as Lord Chancellor?
A: The Lord Chancellor is appointed by the Sovereign on advice from the Prime Minister.
A: Were there separate Chancellors for England, Scotland and Ireland prior to Union?
Q: Were there separate Chancellors for England, Scotland and Ireland prior to Union?
A: Yes, prior to Union there were separate Chancellors for England, Scotland and Ireland.
