Ellie Reeves and Andy Slaughter Sworn in as UK Legal Leaders
On October 1, 2026, Ellie Reeves KC MP was sworn in as Attorney General, and Andy Slaughter MP as Solicitor General during a ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice. Their appointments followed decisions made in July, with Reeves appointed on July 20 and Slaughter on July 21.
Reeves stated that addressing violence against women and girls would be her top priority, emphasizing the need for inclusivity in the legal profession. She aims to build on her previous work as Solicitor General in collaboration with Slaughter to uphold the rule of law and enhance public confidence in the criminal justice system.
Slaughter described his role as crucial for connecting law and government, expressing his commitment to tackling the challenges faced by the justice system. The ceremony was attended by the Lady Chief Justice, the Right Honourable the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill.
The Attorney General serves as the chief legal adviser to the UK Government and attends Cabinet meetings, overseeing various legal departments.
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