Sweden reforms courts to strengthen judicial independence
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11 claimsThe Swedish Courts Administration (Domstolsverket) is being reformed into the Swedish Courts Board (Domstolsstyrelsen), led by a board where a majority of members are or have been judges.
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The reform aims to strengthen judicial independence and distance from political power.
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5 questionsWhen will the reform take full effect?
Will Sweden actually be granted full membership in the ENCJ after the reform?
What specific transitional provisions are being discussed with the Ministry of Justice?
How will the host authority for the Judges Nomination Board and Judicial Responsibility Board be organized?
What is the exact timeline for the recruitment of the first director of the new board?
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