Some have seen significant increases in the applications they have received, whilst others have seen substantial decreases. The President’s annual report shows fluctuations in the number of applications received by each of the Welsh Tribunals. More information about the Welsh Tribunals can be found in this Senedd Research article. Together, they deal with about 2,000 cases every year. The tribunals have a range of different responsibilities. Each tribunal also has its own judicial lead and members. The President has a supervisory role over all the Welsh Tribunals.
The Wales Act 2017 created the role of the President of Welsh Tribunals. There are currently six Welsh Tribunals that cover areas such as mental health, education and agriculture. A Tribunal is a body that settles disputes, often following the decision of a public body. The Welsh Tribunals are the only judicial bodies administered by the Welsh Government. What are the Welsh Tribunals and who is the President? This article looks at some of the key issues highlighted in the report. The report provides an update on developments in the Welsh Tribunals over the last 18 months and looks at proposals for reforming the Tribunals in the future.Īhead of the report being considered by the Senedd, the President gave evidence to the Legislation, Justice and Constitution (LJC) Committee. Sir Wyn Williams signed off his six-year tenure as President of the Welsh Tribunals with his annual report for 2021-22.
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