British judge Neuberger chooses to remain on Hong Kong court despite calls to quit amid concerns over the rule of law in the city. Hong Kong's Chief Justice Andrew Cheung warns against public opinions that could interfere with judicial independence. Australian judge speaks out on reasons for staying on Hong Kong's top court.
Foreign judges departing top court ‘most regrettable,’ ex-chief judge says as gov’t advisor questions need for overseas justices 🔗 https://t.co/RRqwEoM7Oe https://t.co/5PGFkR8z5J
Hong Kong judges ‘unfairly treated’ by some departing foreign ones: city leader https://t.co/Vy3a09VFIO
The #HongKong SAR government has never, and will not, interfere or attempt to interfere, with judges' conduct of trial. Non-interference of the judicial process is the DNA of Hong Kong's rule of law, HKSAR CE John Lee said on Tuesday in response to a British judge's claim that… https://t.co/q3S0lubdcR