Category: Judiciary
CJ Palmer Opens 2023 Legal Year with Calls to Strengthen Judicial Independence
Hon. Chief Justice Sir. Albert Palmer has reiterated the need to strengthen judicial Independence in the country. Delivering his remarks at the official opening of ... Read More
‘A study found Solomon Islanders rely on traditional justice systems.’
The 'Solomon Islands Access to Justice' study has concluded that most Solomon Islanders continue to rely on traditional justice systems. Both men and women rely ... Read More
Government lawyers’ strike notice ends today
Court hammer. Photo credit: humanities.case.edu The Government Lawyers's 28 day strike notice lapse today December 4th. The Government Lawyer's Association is seeking to improve the ... Read More
Chief Magistrate John Numapo retires
Former Chief Magistrate John Numapo and the new Chief Magistrate Emma Garo with his going away present. Contributions of former Chief Magistrate, John Numapo ... Read More
Solomon Islands appoints first female Chief Magistrate
New Chief Magistrate Emma Garo Solomon Islands has appointed its first female Chief Magistrate. Emma Garo, a former public solicitor who served as Magistrate ... Read More
HIGH COURT ADMIN CALLED ON TO PERFORM WELL
The High Court of Solomon Islands. Photo credit: SIBC. The High Court administration and Magistrate registries have been called on to raise their performance standards. ... Read More
OUTSTANDING DISCIPLINARY CASES PENDING
The High Court of Solomon Islands. Photo credit: SIBC. The judiciary is yet to deal with a number of outstanding disciplinary cases against legal practitioners ... Read More