# The Maximum Number of Judges (Scotland) Order 2026, Introduction: Introductory text


Draft Order laid before the Scottish Parliament under section 1(3) of the Court of Session Act 1988, for approval by resolution of the Scottish Parliament.
COURT OF SESSION
Made 2026
Coming into force 2026
At the Court at Buckingham Palace, the day of
Present,
The King's Most Excellent Majesty in Council
This Order is made in exercise of the powers conferred by section 1(2) of the Court of Session Act 1988 and all other powers enabling His Majesty to do so.
His Majesty is satisfied that the Lord President of the Court of Session has been consulted in accordance with section 1(3A) of that Act.
In accordance with section 1(3) of that Act, a draft of this instrument has been laid before and approved by resolution of the Scottish Parliament.
Accordingly, His Majesty is pleased, by and with the advice of His Privy Council, to order as follows:

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/sdsi/2026/9780111066867/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-maximum-number-of-judges-scotland-order-2026/introduction
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