Immigration and Asylum Bill

Debate between Shabana Mahmood and Patricia Ferguson

2nd reading
Monday 13th July 2026 Commons Chamber

[Shabana Mahmood]

I will give way to my hon. Friend who has not asked a question yet.

[Patricia Ferguson]

Does my right hon. Friend think it would be more appropriate for the Lord Chancellor or the Judicial Appointments Commission to have input into the first of each of these appointments, to ensure their independence is guaranteed?

[Shabana Mahmood]

All such appointments will be subject to the usual public appointments principles, which will apply here as they do elsewhere. I am happy to discuss with Members, as the Bill passes through the House, whether there are any additional safeguards—