CJ Signs New Anti-Corruption Declaration
Hon. Justice Bart Katureebe signing the signs new Anti-Corruption Declaration
The Hon. the Chief Justice, Hon.Justice Bart Katureebe, today signed an International Bar Association Compact Against Eradicating Judicial Corruption - a declaration unifying the Bar & Bench in the fight against corruption.
Others who signed included the IGG - Hon. Justice Irene Mulyagonja, DPP - Hon. Justice Mike Chibita, Attorney General - Mr. William Byaruhanga, and the Chief Registrar - H/W Gadenya Paul Wolimbwa, among others.
Anti-Corruption Declaration
The Compact is premised on the solemn adherence to the maintenance and protection of the Rule of Law.
- It observes the need for strict observance of fundamental principles of ethics and integrity in the practice of law;
- Recognizes that any form of corruption severely undermines the effectiveness and legitimacy of the judicial process and the administration of justice;
- Accepts that the judiciary must remain independent and free from all forms of under influence and interference;
- Acknowledges that eradicating judicial corruption is critical to fighting corruption elsewhere in government;
- Affirms the objectives of:
- Upholding public confidence in the administration of justice;
- Enhancing public respect for the institution of the judiciary, and
- Properly protecting the reputation of individual judicial officers and that of the Judiciary.
Posted 3rd, April 2017
